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U.S. M1855 .58 CALIBER BALL SCREW

U.S. M1855 .58 CALIBER BALL SCREW

Excellent specimen of an appendage used with the M1855, M1861, M1863, and possibly any other muskets. This is a ball screw (or puller) designed to extract musket balls from .58 caliber rifle muskets.… (286-1418). Learn More »

WOOD TOMPION FOR .58 CALIBER MUSKET

WOOD TOMPION FOR .58 CALIBER MUSKET

Turned wood tompion for a .58 caliber musket. This was used to plug the barrel of the weapon at the muzzle to keep moisture and dirt from getting in the bore. Measures 2.75” long with turned knob at… (1268-187). Learn More »

$45.00
ON HOLD

U.S. MODEL 1866 COMBINATION TOOL

U.S. MODEL 1866 COMBINATION TOOL

This is a non-excavated model 1866 musket tool made from surplus M1855 combination tool.  Three screw driver blades with the cone wrench cut off and two “spanner” pins cut in place. This spanner… (1268-189). Learn More »

U.S. MODEL 1855 TUMBLER PUNCH

U.S. MODEL 1855 TUMBLER PUNCH

Just about every US rifle or carbine cartridge box of the period has a small separate implement pouch for the gun tools, oily rags, etc., necessary for the cleaning and maintenance of the soldier’s… (1268-191). Learn More »

U.S. MODEL 1855 COMBINATION MUSKET TOOL

U.S. MODEL 1855 COMBINATION MUSKET TOOL

This is a model 1855 combination musket tool.  Two screw driver blades are combined with an open-end nipple wrench which also had a screw driver blade on the other end. These were still being used… (1268-192). Learn More »

$50.00
SOLD

.577 CALIBER ENGLISH ENFIELD CARTRIDGE

.577 CALIBER ENGLISH ENFIELD CARTRIDGE

Paper cartridge for the Enfield rifle. English-made cartridge containing .577 caliber bullet. Bullet end dipped in wax with regulation cut. Typical tape “band” at opposite end. Cartridge has had a… (490-7226). Learn More »

.52 CALIBER SHARPS CARBINE/RIFLE CARTRIDGE

.52 CALIBER SHARPS CARBINE/RIFLE CARTRIDGE

Linen cartridge for the Sharps "New Model" carbine and rifle. Bullet, linen, and tissue paper closing bottom are all in fine condition. Perfect to display with any percussion Sharps long arm.… (2025-289). Learn More »

.58 CALIBER WILLIAMS PATENT “CLEANER” CARTRIDGE – BLUE PAPER

.58 CALIBER WILLIAMS PATENT “CLEANER” CARTRIDGE – BLUE PAPER

This is an original cartridge containing a .58 caliber, Williams, Type III bullet.  Patented and manufactured by Elijah D. Williams.  Williams’ patent called for the use of zinc washers and a pin… (1268-195). Learn More »

$225.00
ON HOLD

.58 CALIBER WILLIAMS PATENT “CLEANER” CARTRIDGE – TAN PAPER

.58 CALIBER WILLIAMS PATENT “CLEANER” CARTRIDGE – TAN PAPER

This is an original cartridge containing a .58 caliber, Williams, Type III bullet.  Patented and manufactured by Elijah D. Williams.  Williams’ patent called for the use of zinc washers and a pin… (1268-194). Learn More »

$125.00
ON HOLD

.69 CALIBER ROUND BALL CARTRIDGE

.69 CALIBER ROUND BALL CARTRIDGE

This is an original .69 caliber round ball cartridge.  Composed of a .69 caliber round ball wrapped in cartridge paper and tied with string above and below the ball.  The cartridge paper is in good… (1268-193). Learn More »

$225.00
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.577 CALIBER ENGLISH ENFIELD CARTRIDGE

.577 CALIBER ENGLISH ENFIELD CARTRIDGE

Paper cartridge for the Enfield rifle. English-made cartridge containing .577 caliber bullet. Bullet end dipped in wax with regulation cut visible under the wax.  Typical tape “band” construction… (1268-106). Learn More »

$175.00
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SINGLE ROLL OF MAYNARD TAPE PRIMERS

SINGLE ROLL OF MAYNARD TAPE PRIMERS

Offered here is a single, unwrapped roll of tape primers. The Maynard tape priming system was designed by Edward Maynard to replace copper percussion caps with a faster, mechanical way of priming and… (286-1414). Learn More »

$25.00
SOLD

12MM PERRIN REVOLVER CARTRIDGE

12MM PERRIN REVOLVER CARTRIDGE

This is a self-contained and primed copper cartridge with flat-nosed lead bullet. The copper case has been cleaned. These were centerfire cartridges where the primer was held internally, seated on an… (1212-198). Learn More »

BRITISH SERGEANT’S MUSKET TOOL

BRITISH SERGEANT’S MUSKET TOOL

This is the circa 1859 sergeant’s combination musket tool for the Pattern 1853 Enfield. The tool is made up of several parts combined in the shape of a “T”.  The body of the tool measures… (1268-105). Learn More »

“US” MARKED M-1855 MAINSPRING VISE

“US” MARKED M-1855 MAINSPRING VISE

Unissued mainspring vise for the Springfield rifle. Original blued finish and crisply stamped “US”. The mainspring vise was an essential tool for the soldier, enabling him to compress the spring… (1268-190). Learn More »

$65.00
SOLD

COSTON’S “NIGHT-SIGNAL” FLARE CARTRIDGE

COSTON’S “NIGHT-SIGNAL” FLARE CARTRIDGE

Offered here is a scarce signal flare cartridge. Measures 2.75” long overall and 1” in diameter. White and green wrapper. Excellent condition. The signals prepared in the form of these cartridges,… (1268-197). Learn More »

$495.00
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CIVIL WAR CARBINE BULLET DISPLAY

CIVIL WAR CARBINE BULLET DISPLAY

Offered here is a fine sampling of carbine bullets, with a couple of complete cartridges, used by the cavalry during the Civil War; displayed nicely in a matted riker case. All bullets labeled with… (2025-164). Learn More »

.577 CALIBER BRASS ENFIELD BULLET MOLD

.577 CALIBER BRASS ENFIELD BULLET MOLD

Brass scissor-type mold to cast a lead Enfield pattern bullet.  Single cavity mold with top spout. Mold measures approximately 7” overall. Complete and in very good condition. Has original iron… (1268-102). Learn More »

$395.00
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SMALL OILER FOR P1853 ENFIELD RIFLES, FROM CHANCELLORSVILLE

SMALL OILER FOR P1853 ENFIELD RIFLES, FROM CHANCELLORSVILLE

Face has a nice even dark patina with a good strong “US” stamping. Face is free from any major dings or dents but does have scattered light brown spotting from ground action. Reverse has 99% of… (236-1048). Learn More »

BOX FOR 50 REMINGTON CARBINE CARTRIDGES – CRITTENDEN & TIBBALS

BOX FOR 50 REMINGTON CARBINE CARTRIDGES – CRITTENDEN & TIBBALS

Pasteboard box covered with a marbled wrap and green label and tape. Box held fifty “No. 46” rimfire cartridges. Box only no cartridges remain. Green label on top shows wear but remains in good… (172-5462). Learn More »

$225.00
Originally $295.00


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HISTORICAL FIREARMS STOLEN FROM THE NATIONAL CIVIL WAR MUSEUM IN HARRISBURG, PA

Please click on the photograph above to view a flyer containing information regarding a Model 1860 Henry Rifle and pair of cased presentation Colt Revolvers identified to Secretary of War Simon Cameron which were stolen from the museum on February… . Learn More »

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