Guns International #: 102392531
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Guns International #: 102392531
Category - Civil War Rifles
- Springfield Rifles - Antique
U.S. Model 1863 S.N. & W.T.C. Contract Rifled Musket .58 Cal 1864 Mfg - Good
Description: Good condition US Model 1863 Contract Musket made by S.N. & W.T.C. for Massachusetts. Manufactured in 1864. This musket was specifically made for Massachusetts regiments during the Civil War. After the war the state condemned the rifles so they could receive breech loaders from the Federal Government. The rifles were then sold to commercial establishments for resale. This rifle has I.C. (Inspector Condemned) stamped on both the barrel and stock. What a great piece of Civil War military history that will be a great addition to your collection. Features: Make -S.N. & W.T.C. (Samuel Norris and W.T. Clement of Springfield, Massachusetts) Model -US 1863 Caliber -.58 Lock: Condition -Excellent condition. Finish -In the white. No case colors remaining. Function -Excellent. Holds at both half and full cock. Strong spring. Markings -Clear strong manufacture date of 1864 and S.N. & W.T.C. for Massachusetts markings. Stock: Condition-Good condition. There has been a wrist repair shown well in photos x and y. The stock is solid. All of the hardware is in excellent condition. The trigger guard has been stamped W.W. LEWIS. Cartouches-I.C. Stamped on left side of stock. Rack stamps on top of stock by buttplate and right side. No other visible cartouches. Barrel: Condition -Very good. Uncut 40" length. Proofs -Correct V over P over Eagle and Inspectors stamping of L.F.R. The barrel is also correctly dated 1864 and has the I.C. stamping. Bore -Good condition. Sights -Very good condition correct sights. Ramrod -Ramrod in excellent condition. This firearm is an antique. It will ship direct. Give us a call or email if you have any questions. Please see below for additional item specifics. Backwoods Outfitters has been running a storefront business for 30 years and has been selling firearms and other gear on internet sites for the past 8. We take pride in giving accurate descriptions of our merchandise along with detailed photos. Please email us with any questions you have or call us at the below number. Our hours are Tuesday-Friday 10-8, Saturday 10-2, Closed Sunday and Monday. Phone 717-684-2017 Payment:
Price: $2,200.00 Antique: Yes Rifle Caliber: .58 Manufacturer: S.N. & WTC Model: 1863 Barrel Length: 40 Condition: Good Contact Seller |
Guns International #: 102392531
Guns International #: 102392531