This Model 1861, .58 caliber, percussion rifle musket is complete, and in very good condition. Produced by E. Robinson in New York.

All gun metal on this rifle is smooth with matching light gray/brown color. A strong spread-winged eagle motif is stamped on lockplate between hammer and bolster. Under the eagle is “U.S.” In front of this and under the bolster is the maker’s stamp, “E. ROBINSON / NEW YORK”.  Behind the hammer is the date, “1864”. The 40” long barrel has the original two-leaf rear sight and small blade front sight. Barrel shows very light pitting and wear around the breech and bolster. The date “1864” is barely discernable on the top of the breech. Proof marks “V / P / eaglehead” are likewise weak on upper left facet of the breech. Inspector’s initials “[star] LEM” are stamped on the left side of breech. Barrel bore is clear with light pitting and strong rifling. Screw heads are in good shape. Butt plate bears the “US”. Mechanics are crisp and strong. Retains its original swelled shank, tulip-head steel ramrod with a threaded end. Barrel bands, sling swivels, etc. are all in good condition. Most individual iron parts have small sub-inspector stamps.

Black walnut full stock is in very good condition overall. Stock has two clear cartouches on the flat. There are no cracks and only the usual dings and dents from use and storage. Wood retains dark original color and finish.

An excellent contract musket of the Civil War.  [jet]

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