This is a Model 1861, .58 caliber, percussion rifle musket in good condition. Produced by the Springfield Armory in Massachusetts.

All gun metal on this rifle has matching wear and color. The color being a mix of tarnished pewter and patchy light brown. A spread-winged eagle motif is stamped on lockplate between hammer and bolster. Under the bolster is clearly stamped, “U.S. / SPRINGFIELD”.  Behind the hammer is the date, “1862”. The 40” long barrel has the original two-leaf rear sight and small blade front sight. Barrel shows surface pitting around the breech and bolster and the matching “1862” date is visible amid the pitting. Proof marks “V / P / eaglehead” are visible on left facet of the breech. Barrel bore is clear and bright with strong rifling. Screw heads are in good shape. Butt plate bears a strong “US”. Mechanics are crisp and strong. Swelled shank, tulip-head steel ramrod is a reproduction with threaded end missing. Barrel bands, sling swivels, etc. are all in very good, matching condition.

Black walnut full stock is in good condition overall. Stock exhibits one very light inspector cartouche on the flat. There are no cracks and the usual dings and dents from use and storage. Wood retains attractive original color and finish.

A good, original example of a true Springfield-made musket of the Civil War.  [jet]

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