The firm of N.S. &W.T.C was originally awarded two contracts to the State of Massachusetts for both models of 1861 & 1863 rifled muskets, delivering the total amount of 3000 Arms manufactured between the years 1863-64. The second contract in 1864 called for the U.S. pattern 1863 (type 1) Springfield musket. Of this 1863 model only 1000 were ever produced.

Shown here is an example of that model.  This particular rifle exhibits some unusual barrel & stock markings. Located at the breech area are the letters I.C with the number 58 stamped below and the normal breech date of 1864. The government proof marks of the VP over the eagle’s head are present. Also, the initials of the barrel inspector L.F.R are located on the flat beveled section of the breech. Along with the number 34 stamped into the breech tang as well.

There are several other markings stamped into the stock. Located on the left-hand side at the center of the butt, are again the letters I.C (Same as stamped on the barrel breech). On the top flat section of the butt are the horizontally stamped number 39 and vertically stamped letters C (or) G with what appears to be the letter D between. On the top of the butt plate are the letters U.S. and the number 58 once more.

The overall condition of this rifle is very good to excellent with the expected small dents and scratches to the stock due to age and field usage. Metal surfaces are a light gray in color with very minor pitting. An unusual feature is located on the trigger guard, part of the bow of the guard is missing. Probably reworked on at some over the years. Stock also appears to have been cleaned at one period. Fair amount of rifling still present with some pitting.

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