Cal. 58 “Trenton” marked produced by J.T. Hodge and A.M. Burton, at the Trenton Locomotive and Machine Co., Trenton, New Jersey for the State of New Jersey. Markings “Eagle”, U.S./ Trenton and date “1864”remain clear. Crisp lockwork. The lock surface is gunmetal gray with a slightly dusty look.  All other iron surfaces are the same with a slight peppery look. Barrel marks “VP/ Eagle”, “1863” and N.J. are present and crisp. Original ramrod.  Bore has strong rifling but it has some minor pitting. The dark walnut stock has been lightly cleaned and varnished. 11,495 “Trenton’s” were manufactured during the Civil War.

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