REMINGTON “ZOUAVE” CONTRACT RIFLE OF 1862/63

REMINGTON “ZOUAVE” CONTRACT RIFLE OF 1862/63

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Item Code: 2026-810

Considered by some to be one of the most attractive U.S. martial arms, the Remington 1862 Contract Rifle (in Moller’s terminology) has been known for decades as the “Zouave,” a nickname that is hard to overcome. And, just to complicate the nomenclature, Flayderman calls it the Model 1863 Contract Rifle. They seem not to have been issued, but it is known Remington produced some 10,000 between 1862 and 1864, all of which we delivered to the government by early 1864. Designed with brass mounts, including a patch box, these clearly blended elements of the Harpers Ferry 1841 rifle as well as the 1855 series of arms in ramrod, nose cap, and caliber. The style of barrel bands, although made of brass, copied those used on the Model 1863 rifle muskets.

This one is in very good condition, appearing to have been fired little and remaining near factory new. The bore is excellent, with a bright finish and deep rifling.

The barrel retains the original blue and crisp markings - including the V/P/eagle proof at left breech, the “STEEL” barrel stamp inspector initials on left flat, and “1863” date on the top breech. The bolster and nipple are crisp, with full color. The lock plate shows much original case coloring. The lock plate markings are crisp with “1863” behind the hammer, an eagle over “U.S.” forward of the hammer, and “REMINGTON’S / ILION, N.Y.” in front of that. Both sights are in place. Bayonet stud is in place on the right side of the muzzle.

All bands, springs, swivels, and ramrod are in place. The patch box shows the recess for a spare nipple, which is present. Brass furniture shows mellow patina, with “U” stamped barrel bands, a “US” stamped butt plate, and sub-inspection letter stamps (“C” – top band; “S” – lower band; “C” – trigger guard; “L” – patch box).

The wood has a beautiful warm color with tonal variation, good finish, tight fit, good edges, and visible inspector stamps on the left flat. There are some shallow dings and dents scattered overall, with some minor wear along the ramrod channel.

This is a clean and handsome example – surely worthy of a space among any collection of fine Civil War weapons. [cm][ph:L]

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