Guns International #: 101077151
Seller's Inventory #: 6093
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Guns International #: 101077151
Category - Springfield Armory Rifles
- Civil War Rifles
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Seller: AncestryGunsLLC
Company: Ancestry Guns LLC Member Since: 11/3/16
State:
Missouri
Zip: 65203
Country: United States
Phone: (314) 707-7373
Int'l Phone: 314-707-7373
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Seller Type:FFL Dealer
Return Policy: 3 day inspection and return policy on used guns and accessories.
Payment Methods: Credit Card, Certified Check, Money Order
CIVIL WAR Antique SPRINGFIELD 1861 Rifle-Musket
Description: CIVIL WAR Antique SPRINGFIELD 1861 Rifle-Musket Primary Infantry Weapon of the Union Here we present an antique Springfield Armory Model 1861 Civil War Rifle-Musket, made in 1862 in Springfield, Massachusetts. The M1861 is representative of the “everyman’s” rifle during the war. About 1.5 million rifle-muskets were made in the U.S., over 800,000 of which were made by the Springfield Armory. This was the last hurrah of the rifle-musket as arms development and tactics rapidly advanced during the short period of the American Civil War. Nevertheless, the 1861 represented new technology as it was made for use with the Minié ball, a hollow based, conical projectile that was small enough to quickly push down the muzzle of a rifled barrel and expanded to create a good gas seal unlike a solid, round ball. Almost immediately after the war, the US military switched from the old muzzle loading type weapons to the newer breech loading rifles, bringing an end to the musket as a standard frontline firearm in American history. The lock is marked “U.S./SPRINGFIELD” and dated “1862” on the tail of the lock. The left side of the barrel is marked “V/P” and Eagle Head. The left side of the stock is marked “ESA”. These inspector’s initials are for Erskine S. Allin, who would eventually invent the conversion that would replace the Model 1861. On the top of the barrel there are inspector marks “PB” for Pomeroy Booth. The overall condition is good. The iron parts are semi-bright. The markings are clear. The walnut stock is in good condition. The bore is in good condition. The action is excellent, strong and crisp. Own the original! This is a legitimate antique and not a reproduction. Barrel is 40 inches. Caliber: .58 Percussion Overall condition as seen in photos. Very Fast. Very Safe. FREE SHIPPING WORLDWIDE. Delivered directly to your door by express mail! Guaranteed AUTHENTIC & Includes CERTIFICATE OF AUTHENTICITY. ancestryguns $2450 #6093 SOLD Antique: Yes |
Guns International #: 101077151
Seller's Inventory #: 6093
Guns International #: 101077151
Seller's Inventory #: 6093