4 days Left 1863 Model 1853 Enfield Tower Percussion Rifle $300. Our Price: $4.95 Compare. The crown denotes British. ENFIELD MODEL, WIDELY USED IN THE CIVIL WAR. The Moderators:The Double D, Viclav, Johnny Yuma, GrantR Canada, Carignan Salieres, researchpress, vincent998. The gun has a very The interior of the lock is marked J BOURNE over the mainspring, which is an additional indication that Bourne actually contracted to assemble and deliver . Stock is in nice shape, solid,with nice wood to metal fit. Rifle - Tower, SP0654 Trigger Screw (Original) For Original Enfield .577 Perc. Unfortunately, the family no recollection of a confirmed Civil War provenance. This is a good example of a Civil War imported Enfield Musket that was run through the blockade to the South. Can anyone tell me what these items mean. Well, just picked up another neat musket and need some help identifying some of the proofs, etc. Mondays/Tuesdays/Thursdays & select Saturdays for Spring Musical for approximately 16 weeks. Share or save . The Enfield Pattern 1853 rifle-musket (also known as the Pattern 1853 Enfield, P53 Enfield, and Enfield rifle-musket) was a .577 calibre Mini-type muzzle-loading rifled musket, used by the British Empire from 1853 to 1867; after which many were replaced in service by the cartridge-loaded SniderEnfield rifle. My limited research talks about a 1863 Tower Enfield Percussion 2 Band Short Musket being produced with the barrel reduced by 6 inches, and can be identified by the fact it has only two metal bands securing the barrel to the stock. This Tower 1863 is in better than average condition. Sling is in good shape overallwith some crazing but still flexible. #1. 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One of the first steps in adapting to this new environment is a, Harvest Delicious Red Tomatoes with Red Rocket in Hot Climates South of Memphis, Tomatoes are a popular and versatile crop that can be grown in many climates, but it is important to choose the right variety for your climate. Gentelmen, Thank you for accepting me into the group. Tower has the original ramrod & sight, and the double cock works super smooth and all the springs are . Most were expressly made for the American market, though few, if any, of those imported were actually made at Enfield. An interesting note on this rifle.as it bears some interesting markings. Various parts on this rifle also have a roman numeral "XI" assembly number. When it comes to commercially mfd Enfields used in the Civil War, weusually encounter these withdouble stamped "24" or "25"gauge marksthat correspond to .58 and .577 caliber respectively. These guns were not held in high regard by the troops. Language links are at the top of the page across from the title. Rifle - Tower & 1861 Special - Colt, L.G.&Y. The Confederates imported more Enfields during the course of the war than any other small arm, buying from private contractors and gun runners and smuggling them into Southern ports through blockade running. There is a very small 45 stamped above the 1863 tower in front of the hammer. There is a small metal plate with the name of FRANK D ASSO on the left side of the rifle on the stock opposite side of the crown behind the hammer. The original ramrod is full length, there is an obstruction in the ramrod channel preventing the ramrod from fully seating. and I might add its a Beauty !! Most soldiers were not trained to estimate ranges or to properly adjust their sights to account for the "rainbow-like" trajectory of the large calibre conical projectile. Enfields were imported in large quantities by both the North and the South and saw service in every major battle from Shiloh in April 1862 to the final engagements in 1865. Falling apart and looking dilapidated, the building was put up . If for any cause a purchased lot cannot be delivered in as good condition as at the time of sale, or should any purchased lot be stolen or mis-delivered or lost prior to delivery, Clements shall not be liable for any amount in excess of that paid by the purchaser. Unlike their British counterparts who attended extensive musketry training, new Civil War soldiers seldom fired a single cartridge until their first engagement. Nov 11, 2014. Got a little range out back, make some smoke & noise with it. Please enter email address you registered with and we will email you a link to reset your password. My limited research talks about a 1863 Tower Enfield Percussion 2 Band Short Musket being produced with the barrel reduced by 6 inches, and can be identified by the fact it has only two metal bands securing the barrel to the stock. Make no mistake, this one was run through the blockade in 1863 or 1864 and definitely spent some timein service. furnishers they provided are names observed on rifles with a reliable For Original Enfield .577 Perc. The three steel barrel bands are held on with screw pressure, as typical of the 3rd model, and all bear British Proof marks. The underside of the barrel has some faint markings that include "SCOTT" and "HENRY." Offered here is a very nice example of the 3rd Model Pattern 1853 Enfield Rifle Musket, produced in London, England, with brass butt plate, trigger guard and nose cap. The right side of the stock features the Birmingham Small Arms Trade roundel. Most of the 1863 imports shipped to Wilmington NC and fed the eastern Confederacy. The length of the barrels were unchanged, allowing the weapons to be fired in ranks, since a long rifle was necessary to enable the muzzles of the second rank of soldiers to project beyond the faces of the men in front. CONFEDERATE ANCHOR/S-Marked Enfield Tower 1863 Percussion Musket Blockade Runner BSAT Cartouche Description: CONFEDERATE ANCHOR/S-Marked P53 Enfield Tower 1863 Percussion Musket Blockade Runner BSAT Cartouche of the Birmingham Small Arms Trade. LOL! There are light markings near the triggerguard indicating this was one of the thousands delivered through the firm of Sinclair, Hamilton and Company who supplied arms to both the North and the South. Also on each side of the butt is some soldier art. Lot Description A Enfield Tower model 1863 percussion black powder 58 caliber musket with walnut stock. & Y. and Amoskeag), Remington 1858 New Model, .36 Navy and .44 Army, Colt Walker, 1st Model Dragoon & Whitneyville Hartford, Colt Baby Dragoon, Wells Fargo and Pocket Revolvers, M1859,1863 & 1874 Sharps Rifles and Carbines, Bags, Boxes, Lock Covers & Powder Storage, RP0200 Enfield .577 Civil War Rifle Ramrod, TP0662 Sear Spring (Repro.) 1863 Enfield Tower Confederate Musket Description: 1963 Tower Confederate Musket it is in Relic Condition 25 25 stamped on the barrel will trade for gold or silver 3-day inspection required SOLD Antique: Yes See all listings by j reed collectable firearms inc. Print this listing Original - Enfield - Tower - Japanese Purchase - 1863- Percussion - 58 Cal. Rohallion Estate (pronounced roh-HAL-ee-on, Scottish Gaelic: Rth Chailleann, 'The Fort of the Caledonians' ) is an estate in Rumson, New Jersey.The estate house was built in 1887 on a lot originally 64 acres (26 ha). What Are Russet Mites? The ramrod is original. MP0751 Tumbler Stirrup (Original) For Whitneyville Plymouth Rifle Model 1861 & Springfield 1861-64 & (Original) For 1873-1889 Sp. A. Judging from this material, your rifle is a British Enfield 1853 pattern rifle-musket that was made or assembled at the Tower of London, England, in 1860. This musket is stamped with a British Crown. Enclosed are photos of a firearm that I inherited from my late father-in-law. [6], The instability in Central America after the collapse of the Federal Republic of Central America forced Costa Rica to reform and modernize its army, especially after a threat of invasion from Nicaragua in 1848. [11] The Enfield was not the ideal weapon for use in the dense bush covered hills of New Zealand because of its length and weight. These units were later used in the Boshin War, and some remaining in Satsuma were also used by rebelling former samurai in the Satsuma Rebellion about a decade later. Viewing will be available at their place of business at 4824 Hixson Pike, Hixson, TN 37343 on Friday, June 7th from 10am 2pm ONLY A very pleasant, solid, Civil War Enfield which may very well be Confederate The crown denotes British government ownership. Original triangularBayonet is in Fine condition and matches the gun exactly in both degrees of wear and patina. BIRMINGHAM EXPORT PRODUCTION History and development Elaborately Decorated Artemas Smith Percussio European Percussion Cap Boot Pistol, Mid 19th Albanian 'Rat Tail' Flintlock Pistol, Late 18 Leave a max absentee bid and the platform will bid on your behalf up to your maximum bid during the live auction. New York: Penguin Books, 2010. Payment Methods: Postal MO & Cashiers check Personal or business check treated as lay-a-way, no returns. Now you can dress up your office desk or man cave with a 1:3-scale replica of the best battle implement ever devised.. This gun is 100% original down to the smallest screw and unlike most Enfields, its 100% complete. Symptoms include bronzing on stems and petioles, curling and drying up of leave, This website uses cookies for functionality, analytics and advertising purposes as described in our. Russet mites are a type of pest that can cause damage to leaves, stems, and petioles. Complete with swivels, rear sight, and ramrod. Incidentally, the comparison rifle is also BSAT cartouched and built by "T. Turner". MARKED TOWER 1863. solid, very nice condition, Pattern 1853 57 Caliber Enfield Rifle. Copyright 2023 Bidsquare Inc. All rights reserved. Lockplate and hammer are border-line engraved. The New York based HG and Co.'s proofmark is located just in front of the buttplate with a small crown over the letters "SH"followed by"G1" underneath (See Photo). 7022 Highway 153Hixson, TN 37343United States. Three grooves, confirming that this is a cut down Pattern 1853 commercial Birmingham typical of the rifles made for the American Civil War. This is a beautiful 3 band Tower Enfield rifled musket in Caliber .577 that was imported by the firm of Schuyler, Hartley, and Graham. would love to see some photos of your tower . [9], The idea of having anything which might be tainted with pig or beef fat in their mouths was unacceptable to the Indian soldiers, and when they objected it was suggested that they were more than welcome to make up their own batches of cartridges, using a religiously acceptable greasing agent such as ghee or vegetable oil. This greatly reduced the gun's potency and effectiveness, as did replacing the variable distance rear sight to a fixed sight. "D". Royal Small Arms Factory developed the Pattern 1853 Enfield in the 1850s. We also discuss how to identify the cause and the best treatments for each type of pest. BRITISH PATTERN 1853 ENFIELD RIFLE Copyright 2023 SUSAT Civil War Antiques NICE CONDITION! I am haveing trouble posting pictures of the musket, as soon as I figure out how to post the pictures I will. These publications should be available through your local interlibrary loan system. Rifle - Tower $7.50 Compare Allthe ones I've seen over the years are mid-late War 1863 or 1864 dated w/Tower marked Lock plates that weremade in Birmingham, England. Union City, TN 38261, Outside of the U.S.:1-731-885-0700 2. Its muzzle is .577 with 5 groove rifling. Shipping Fees - $30 per hand gun; $40 per long gun Confederate association. The gauge and viewer marks appear on the left side of barrel breech and show viewer stamp / 25 / viewer stamp / 25 / viewer stamp, which indicates caliber .577. ESTIMATE: $2000-$3000 Skip to Main Content Toggle navigation Weight of the weapon is 48". It displaysvery well, so well that from a few feet away, it appears to be in Fine to Mintcondition. as you well know - im not inclined to diverting to such epithelial areas , but since we also have such a good rapore ill rephrase - id love to see photos of your rifle , and as for you hoadie .. good luch with that , and id be happy to help you retrieve that when you shoot it , we are only young once ; go shoot that sucker. Print. The rifle's cartridges contained .mw-parser-output .frac{white-space:nowrap}.mw-parser-output .frac .num,.mw-parser-output .frac .den{font-size:80%;line-height:0;vertical-align:super}.mw-parser-output .frac .den{vertical-align:sub}.mw-parser-output .sr-only{border:0;clip:rect(0,0,0,0);height:1px;margin:-1px;overflow:hidden;padding:0;position:absolute;width:1px}2+12 drams, or 68 grains (4.4g)[3] of gunpowder, and the ball was typically a 530-grain (34g) Boxer modification of the Pritchett & Metford or a Burton-Mini, which would be driven out at approximately 1,250 feet (380m) per second.[4]. , Dixie Gun Works, Sorry, there are no products that match your criteria. This rifle just came straight from a Wisconsin family where it was passed down for 4 generations dating back to 100 years ago. After the introduction of the Snider-Enfield, many of the Enfield Muskets in the Armed Constabulary's armouries were sold off to members of the public, and they remained a popular sporting and hunting arm in New Zealand well into the late 19th century, long after the introduction of metallic cartridge-loading firearms. All mechanics are strong and crisp. Has Confederate-associated marks behind the triggerguard, the most readable of which appears to be a crown over STA over 4. On rare occasions, we'veevenfound a few marked with both a "24" gauge and "25" gauge marking. This Enfield is a Birmingham product and has the Birmingham Small Arms Trade stamp in the stock. No properties purchased during auction may be removed prior to end of session. 3. most of the original case hardening and the barrel has much of the original Students are also needed for props, costumes . The Enfield Pattern 1853 rifle-musket (also known as the Pattern 1853 Enfield, P53 Enfield, and Enfield rifle-musket) was a .577 calibre Mini-type muzzle-loading rifled musket, used by the British Empire from 1853 to 1867; after which many were replaced in service by the cartridge-loaded Snider-Enfield rifle. The bottom of the anchor is obscured by a dent. The Pattern 1853 Enfield Rifle Musket was the second most used infantry long arm of the American Civil War. For distances beyond that, an adjustable flip-up blade sight was graduated (depending on the model and date of manufacture) from 900 yards (820m) to 1,250 yards (1,140m). **Local residences will pay Tennessee sales tax Thanks a bunch - I updated 1863 Tower Enfield Percussion 2 Band Short Musket to reflect your comments. It has a Confederate Anchor "S"marking located on top of the stock. The lock is marked 1855 / TOWER below the cap bolster, and it is . British military drills of the time required soldiers to tear open by biting open the prepared cartridge, pour the gunpowder contained within down the barrel, snap off the greased end of the cartridge containing the bullet at the muzzle, ram it home, bring up the rifle to the hip, replace the percussion cap, ready the rifle by setting the sights and moving it to full cock, then to present the rifle, marking the target and squeezing the trigger. Coronel Henry Theodore Titus: Antebellum Soldier of Fortune and Florida Pioneer. Florida's horse country, specifically the Ocala area, presents a unique set of challenges for gardeners who are used to more traditional farmland. Always looking for military manuals, Dodge M37 items,books on Berlin Germany, old atlases ( before 1946) , military maps of Scotland. 39" round barrel complete with an excellent bore that still has its original 3 groove rifling intact. pg.9, Arms and Ammunition of the British Service; Maj. C.J. Seed saving is a great way to ensure the survival of your plants, and it's also an economical choice. It was Markings aregood overalla little worn in places but everything is there and legible. Information Line:1-731-885-0700, Product prices and availability subject to change without notice. This became the very scarce Enfield Pattern 1859[citation needed] which in good to very good condition attracts a premium. When we first found this rifle at the Nashville show last December, she was living on hard timesrusty, not working, and needed help. However, this isthevery firstEnfield we've ever come across marked with a "25" and a "26" gauge proof. This musket is stamped with a British Crown. However, due to the now thinner walls, the barrel would bulge, and bursting was not an unknown problem. Description: Tower short rifle with 2 forend bands, cleaning rod, brass tip, trigger guard and buttplate. in the meantime - measure it. The lock is marked They were made for export and used by both sides. After the end of the war, hundreds of formerly Confederate Enfield 1853 muskets were sold from the American arms market to the Tokugawa shogunate, as well as some prominent Japanese domains including Aizu and Satsuma. [8] The Enfield rifle-musket was a contributing cause of the Indian rebellion of 1857. All of the other rifles of this type I have seen have 3 bands around the barrell. *Shooters Supply LLC are the physical agents for all of these guns,. It is estimated that 900,000 P 53 Enfields were brought to this continent between 1861 and 1865. The Enfield 1853 rifle-musket is highly sought after by US Civil War re-enactors, British Military firearms enthusiasts and black powder shooters and hunters for its quality, accuracy, and reliability. Related. John Bilcliffe. Old Soldier First Sergeant Joined Feb 15, 2022 Location Yorkshire Apr 12, 2023 #9 It is a pretty standard civilian P53. The Tower Fall Drama and Spring Musical are produced each year by the Tower Players. The markings are strong and readable on the lock and barrel. By collecting seeds from your own garden or buying them in bulk, you can save money on future purchases. This fine British manufacturered longarm is a standard .577 caliber Enfield Pattern 1853 Type 1 rifle-musket as carried by hundreds of thousands of Union and Confederate forces in the field. 1863 Tower Enfield Percussion 2 Band Short Musket. The special units kept a handful of 1853 Enfields for long range sniping. Print. Adapting to the Unique Ocala Environment CIVIL-WAR PERIOD ENFIELD PATTERN 1853 TOWER 1863 PERCUSSION MUSKET, .577 caliber, barrel with Birmingham proofs at rear and standard long range sight, lock with royal crown at rear and "1863/TOWER" at center, walnut stock with brass cap, three iron barrel bands, brass buttplate and trigger guard. I already know that the 25 on the left side of the barrell means a .577/58 Cal. For further information on your firearm, I suggest you refer to the publications An Introduction to Civil War Small Arms by Earl J. Coates and Dean S. Thomas, and Civil War Guns by William B. Edwards. I don't know if that is what I have? The 39in (99cm) barrel had three grooves, with a 1:78 rifling twist, and was fastened to the stock with three metal bands, so that the rifle was often called a "three band" model. Butt plate is brass. Our Price: $4.95 Compare. Additionally, by selecting varieties that are well-suited for your climate and soil type, you can increase the chances of success with each planting season. There is the mark of the contractor who made the rifle stamped in the wood on the toe of the stock. SOLD!. The term "rifle-musket" originally referred to muskets with the smooth-bored barrels replaced with rifled barrels. This seemed to prove that the issued cartridges were, in fact, greased with pig and/or beef fat. actually much brighter than our photography exhibits. *Buyers must check and make sure the firearms that they are bidding on are legal in their state. As a consequence of British fears, the Indian infantry's long arms were modified to be less accurate by reaming out the rifling of the Pattern 1853 making it a smooth bore[citation needed] and the spherical / ball shot does not require greasing, just a patch. Phone: (252) 636-3039. Numbers of Enfield muskets were also acquired by the Maori later on in the proceedings, either from the British themselves (who traded them to friendly tribes) or from European traders who were less discriminating about which customers they supplied with firearms, powder, and shot. The left side of the stock, opposite the lock, features a single inspectors mark This particular rifle was built by "C Turner". In fact, the wood screws are still in their original 12" and 6" o'clock positions. For All the Tea in China. Double 25 caliber mark and CS mark just in front of it. Excellent screws throughout. The Italian firms of Davide Pedersoli & C. and Armi Chiappa (Armi Sport) manufacture a modern reproduction of the Enfield 1853 rifle-musket, which is readily available on the civilian market. "1863 Tower is likely Confederate" There are NO marks or serial numbers which would make it a CSA imported Enfield. The P53 Enfields capabilities were largely lost by the lack of marksmanship training by both the Union and Confederacy. It is unknown if the JS relates to the JS-anchor mark on Confederate . A Enfield Tower model 1863 percussion black powder 58 caliber musket with walnut stock. The is scattered areas of pitting. The bore needs cleaning but is It looks like Joseph Wilson. Special units called Forest Rangers were formed to fight rebels in the bush but after their first expedition into the bush covered hills of the Hunua ranges, south of Auckland, most Enfields were returned and replaced with a mixture of much shorter and lighter, Calisher and Terry breech loading carbines, and Colt Navy .36 and BeaumontAdams .44 revolvers. I do shoot it by times, up at the cabin in summer. The Anchor Smark is notthe best I've seen.. the comb of the stock took a pretty good whack that has partially obscured the markstill there is enough there to recognize it and its just as "Johnny Reb" as any Confederate marked or ID'dEnfield. An important consideration from an American standpoint was its .577 caliber that allowed the use of the same ammunition made for the .58-cal. var theDate=new Date() As with many of the pre-1863 imports, the stock has a heavy ORIGINAL oiled varnish mostly intact. Watch American Rifleman staff with the BFT47, a semi-automatic rifle chambered for the ubiquitous Russian cartridge, 7.62x39 mm, and its a rifle that is specd out by Americans, built by Americans, for the American market by Century Arms. The first Enfield rifles were issued to the 58th and 65th Regiments, stationed in the country, in 1858. Email: [emailprotected] You asked about the proof marks, from the breech forward: I am not a expert by any means but I could be AMC it has a few of the traits one being the way the end cap has been put back on. Later in the war the same survey was taken, they found that more than 75% had acquired a rifle, mainly the Pattern 1853 Enfield. 3. The moment I spotted the Anchor S symbol on the top of the stock, I had to have this one. This weapon has the standard long range, folding leaf rear sight and the small blade front sight. 1. a brass 3 on the top of the stock just behind the barrel. Lockplate is dated "1862" and "Tower" with a crown at the rear of the plate sans the VRcorrect for an Enfield imported during the civil war. The gun is missing its rear and forward swivels, which can be easily replaced. The belly of the stock has the furnisher mark "Joseph Smith." Davide Pedersoli's reproductions are imported into the United States by the Italian Firearms Group located in Amarillo, Texas. 1. a brass 3 on the top of the stock just behind the barrel. nice, smooth stock with only the slightest abrasions. Well, just picked up another neat musket and need some help identifying some of the proofs, etc. Nonetheless, it has been well-cared for and stored so well that it has survived with both its original bayonet and original US Gov't marked black leather sling still intact. Q. There is a very small 45 stamped above the 1863 tower in front of the hammer. It has 2 barrel bands with 48" total length and 33" barrel. Enfield .577 Tower,1855 -1863, 1866 Springfield Rifle, & 1861 Special - Colt, & 1868 - 1870 Springfi $4.95 Compare MP0661 Rear Sight Leaf Pin (Original) For Original Enfield .577 Perc. with a crown behind the hammer and 1863 over Tower in front of the hammer. Background Check Fee - $10 (only when picked up in shop on Jul 27, 2019. According to a recent Federal Emergency Management Agency report, fewer people are "prepping" today compared to previous years. document.write(theDate.getFullYear()) With the arrival of Juan Rafael Mora Porras as president in 1849, Costa Rica acquired between 500-2000 1853 Enfield rifles in 1855. Description: Sold Confederate 1863 Tower Enfield Anchor S marked with rarely seen F Preston marked bayonet. BIRMINGHAM EXPORT PRODUCTION MARKED TOWER 1863 This is a solid, very nice condition, Pattern 1853 57 Caliber Enfield Rifle. Enfield .577 Tower,1855 -1863, 1866 Springfield Rifle, & 1861 Special - Colt, & 1868 - 1870 Springfi, MP0661 Rear Sight Leaf Pin (Original) For Original Enfield .577 Perc. This pattern firearm had the distinction of being the second most widely used infantry arm of the American Civil War. Later that year, the adventurer and mercenary William Walker imposed a military dictatorship in Nicaragua, reimposing slavery and threatening to conquer all of Central America. P1853 - ENFIELD - 1863 - BSA - Anchor S $1,650.00 $1,450.00 QTY P1853 ENFIELD Lock marked TOWER 1863. I don't think it would be easy to prove Confederate use. 1862 BRITISH TOWER ENFIELD .58 CALIBER MUSKET 1862 Tower Enfield musket. Feedback. This compact, bushy plant produces bright red tomatoes that ripen early in the season. A nice Anchor S marking in front of the top tang of buttplate (see pic). Site by One Dog Media, Copyright & Disclaimer 1996- As you may note,what you see on this gun most clearly isthe top of the anchor ring, shaft, and cross barand a little bit of the "S". The lock is clearly stamped 1863 / TOWER in two lines forward of the hammer. BTW, no charge for parking. finish, thinning to a smooth brown on top. The British Army was in the midst of a significant weapons transformation from smoothbore muskets to rifled muskets. The 1853 Enfield rifle was used in the Filibuster War exclusively by the Costa Rican army, beginning with the Battle of Santa Rosa and the Second Battle of Rivas in March and April 1856.[7]. It was made and proofed as a .577 rifle (25-bore) in Birmingham.. Unless special arrangements have been made, all Purchases must be removed from the premises following the sale. The side of the barrel is partially worn Birmingham proofs and the double "25" gauge stamps. I'm looking at a 3rd pattern 1853 Enfield (1863 dated Tower) and I'm looking ways to determine whether it could have been confederate, or ACW in general, used. It is a muzzleloader that is 4 ft. long, weighs 10 lbs., and just above the trigger on the sideplate is stamped a crown and TOWER 1860. Perhaps you can tell me the make and background of this rifle. This is a beautiful 3 band Tower Enfield rifled musket in Caliber .577 that was imported by the firm of Schuyler, Hartley, and Graham. Many of the anchor S carbines shipped to the Trans-Mississippi and were used in Western departments. Red Rocket is a determinate tomato variety that is well-suited to hot, muggy climates like those found south of Memphis. The metal has turned to a smooth light brown patina with no pitting or corrosion. Enfield Tower model 1863 percussion black powder Aviation, Aircraft and Aviation Memorabilia. Twin Lights Historical Site was easily reached with the g p s address of 2 Lighthouse Rd. Original Item: Only One Available. In British service it was issued to rifleman skirmishers and to sergeants in the line regiments. The rear sight is stamped B & H. The lock is dated 1863 which is a rare date to find on an Enfield. I have recently purchased a 1863 Tower percussion cap Enfield rifle. Furthermore, if you're growing heirloom varieties or rare species that may not, Protect Your Garden Against Leaf Issues with Organic Solutions and Preventative Practices, Leaf issues in the garden can be caused by a variety of factors, from pests to environmental conditions. The rifle shown here is a "Tower" 1856-dated British so-called "second issue" featuring solid bands retained by springs in the French and American fashion and a button-head ramroda style that. bought took out the light with that smoke pole !!! The list of The wood to metal fit is perfect. Unfortunately, the familyno recollection of a confirmedCivil War provenance. The leather isnearly intactwith the exception of a small piece that broke off and someone carefully sewed the end back to the front sling swivel (see photo).
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