This Civil War longarm is a .58 caliber Springfield Model 1863, Type II, single-shot muzzleloader in complete, original condition. The Springfield M1863 Type II musket was a government arsenal product from Springfield, Massachusetts. Over two hundred fifty thousand such weapons were produced for the U.S. Ordnance Department between 1864 and 1865.

All gunmetal is clean and exhibits a nice bright, cleaned surface. Lock surface wears a darker “hardened” appearance. “1864” stamped behind the hammer. Lock markings with the “[eagle] / U.S. / SPRINGFIELD” are sharp and clear in front of the hammer. The distinctive “S” shaped hammer with its beveled edges has the same smooth patina as the rest of the lock plate components. Breech area of the barrel shows the date “1864” on the top facet. Clear proofmarks are on the left barrel facet. Blued single-leaf rear sight. Flat bolster is stamped with a smaller eagle.

Mechanics crisp. Bore is bright with strong rifling. This type musket was produced with solid barrel bands and band springs. Retains its original steel straight-shank ramrod that has the threaded tip.

Black walnut stock is good and has the usual dings and scratches normal with age and use. Two government inspector cartouches can be seen on the flat opposite the hammer. The buttplate is stamped “US”.

This is a fine Springfield type II rifle-musket.  [jet]

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