Cal. 58 “Springfield” produced by Springfield Armory. Model 1862 Type one muskets are easily identified by the lack of barrel band retaining springs.  The lock surface and hammer are a dark brown casehardened patina. The other parts are a semi-bright gunmetal gray with dark age spots. Markings “Eagle” with” U.S.” over SPRINGFIELD” and the date “1863”remain legible. Crisp working lock. The barrel markings are “VP over “Eagle” and the date”1863” at the end of the barrel. The rear sight is complete and functional.  The ramrod is original.  Bore has very good rifling and a bright finish. The stock is a dark patina and has some nicks and gouges. One inspector’s cartouche is located on the opposite side of the lockplate. The Model ‘63” Springfield had a total quantity of 255,040 produced. This model was the last U.S. martial regulation arm of muzzle-loading design.

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