Springfield Model 1863 Type II Rifle
Item #: AA3073
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This is a Springfield Model 1863 type II .58 caliber rifled musket from the Civil War. Approximately 250000 of these were produced between 1864 and 1865. It was the last muzzle loading military rifle produced for military use by the Springfield armory. The type II saw the return of the spring retained barrel bands. The rear sight was also changed from the two leaf to the single leaf sight. The black walnut stock retains it's original finish and has no cracks, just a the normal dings and scratches associated with normal use and handling. There is one cartouche on the left flat of the stock opposite the lock plate. It is oval and contains the magical letters ESA, for Erskine S Allin. The initials of FL are carved into the left stock com, just behind the wrist. All the metal hardware on this one are finished in "National Armory Bright". The barrel has the V P eagle head proof marks on the left barrel flat at the breech. The bolster and breech of the barrel show moderate pitting and pinpricking. The remainder of the barrel is smooth and has nice, even plum patina. The bore is dark and shows light pitting along the entire length of the barrel. The rifling is still strong and very visible. The tulip straight shank ramrod is still present. The lock plate is stamped US SPRINGFIELD with an Eagle to the left and 1864 on a slant behind the type II hammer. The improved bolster without the clean out screw is also embossed with a small Eagle. The mechanics of the lock are still very strong, and lock the hammer in the half and full cock position. The rear sight on this weapon is the correct single leaf design. The barrel bands are retained by springs and all three are stamped with a small u. The butt plate tang is stamped with US and has taken on a dark brown patina. Here is an opportunity to own a solid late war gun that won't break the bank.
Shipping Weight:
9 lbs
Item # AA3073
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