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F41. 1862 DATES ENFIELD MUSKET with BAYONET: This is a great looking musket! It is an Enfield with the date 1862 on the lock plate. The musket has a great patina! The barrel and all metal parts have matching patina. The ram-rod is original. The correct bayonet is with it. I suspect this musket started with a Confederate soldier. The initials "PT" are on the left side of the stock as well as two X's. It looks like the musket became a war trophy of a Union soldier in the 24th Infantry Corps., or the soldier carved his sweetheart’s initials between a heart. On the right side of the stock is a maple inlayed heart flanked by the initials "E V." The original bayonet has matching patina and the serial number "5." $1895.00

F56. CONFEDERATE ARSENAL REPAIRED FRENCH MILITARY CADET PERCUSSION MUSKET: This is a Confederate aresenal repaired smoothbore Belgian/French manufactured cadet musket. Basically, this is a scale-down version of the infantry musket. A three barrel band configuration with both military style sling swivels. Proof marks are stamped on the barrel and some metal parts. Several other proofs are present on metal parts. This 69 Cal. Smooth bore musket is in great shape except for a period repair near the top mount. CONDITION: Good. The metal has a nice brown untouched patina. The stock has markings, which I have included in the photos, and there is a carved box design which I cannot make out. The conversion was well done and the musket properly works in both half and full cock. The ramrod is original, but was shorten for a bayonet stud, which is long gone. Overall length: 49 inch, barrel length: 34 inch. Many of there were imported at the beginning of the war to both the North and South, and are a great looking musket at an affordable price.

As I took a closer look at the musket, I was surprised to find hash-marks often referred to Roman numerals use by arsenals in the South. So I took the gun apart and found matching hash-marks on several internal parts, and have include many photos of these marks. Looking at the repair to the end of the stock, I notice the glue and patina matches other period repairs I have seen. I also found the letter "G" stamped in the middle band. I have not seen these markings on any other French import rifle.

F75. CONFEDERATE M-1817 COMMON RIFLE - CONVERSION MUSKET: This is a perfect example of a classic Southern conversion musket! This M-1817 Common Rifle was originally made by Robert Johnson of Middleton CT. 1821, and more than likely was issued to a southern state and was converted to percussion using the French or Drum method. During its conversion process, the gun was disassembled and marked with “Roman Numerals” to make sure that the right parts went back to the right gun. The Roman numeral V III is cut into the bottom of the barrel, the barrel channel, the patch box and the end of the ram-rod. It is important to remember that US arsenal conversions were strictly of the Belgian or Cone in Barrel method, not the drum system. Finally, this rifle was altered to accept a socket bayonet. The drum bolster has a unique, design often encountered on those guns converted by the Columbus, MS or Briarfield, MS arsenal south of Memphis.

The gun is in very good condition overall! The metal mostly has a smooth medium brown patina. The lock retains traces of the original casehardening finish and is still well marked. The 1821 date is stamped vertically behind the hammer. The lock plated retains the original “R. JOHNSON/ U “EAGLE” S/ MIDDN CONN” markings. The letters “CG” and number “4” are stamped in the wood. The barrel was re-bored to .58, which was common for Confederate conversions, but the bore is smooth from use. The stock is original with no cracks, breaks or repairs, but does show bumps and dings. If you are looking to add a nice Confederate long gun to your collection without paying and arm and a leg, this is a great musket to own.~~$1995.00~~ SALE PRICE $1850.00

F77. BELGIAN MADE FRENCH M-1842 RIFLED MUSKET: The musket is in about Fine overall condition, with no missing or replaced parts. The gun retains the original sling swivels, the original long-range rear site (graduated to a very optimistic 800 yards) and the original full-length ramrod, complete with threads. The back action lock is marked with the maker name T. TILKIN / LIÉGE in a two line arc behind the hammer. The gun has the typical Liege proof marks at the breech, as well as multiple Crown / T marks on various parts, clearly Tilkin’s maker mark. The lock works crisply on all positions, and like most European guns of the era, the half-cock notch is barely 1/8” off the cone (nipple). The gun has a pleasing, smooth bronze-brown patina over all of the metal parts, with only some very light peppering and pinpricking present on the metal. Only the butt plate shows any significant roughness or pitting, with a dark and somewhat rough overall texture. The bore is in about very good condition and is rifled with four shallow grooves and the rifling remains strong and crisp. The bore has a dark seasoned color to it and appears mostly free of major pits or serious corrosion, with some light scattered pitting, mostly confined to the grooves. The stock is made of highly figured walnut that is nearly furniture grade and is very attractive. The stock is free of any breaks, splits or cracks and has no repairs. Even the ramrod channel shows only moderate wear and not heavy splintering, which is often encountered with these muskets. There is a patch of very dark discoloration around the trigger guard area of the bottom of the stock that appears to be front the gun being stored near or above fire or flame. The wood is quite dark with an almost black and charred appearance. However, the area does not appear to have actually burned. There are a large number of bumps, dings and handling marks on the stock, as well as series of light scratches and indentations, mostly around the wrist on the lock side of the musket. There is also a light surface scrape on the right hand side of the stock between the lower and middle barrel bands, the result of the lower band being slid forward carelessly. None of these marks are structural or particularly serious in terms of affecting the overall display of this attractive musket.

Overall, this is a very attractive, complete and fully functional example of the type of import musket that saw significant use during the first 12-18 months of the Civil War, especially by Union troops in the Western Theater. The gun displays wonderfully, is 100% complete and correct. Every Civil War long arm display needs at least one of these big-bore import muskets to show the guns that many soldiers carried, while wishing that they had been issued a Springfield or Enfield! This is really a lot of musket for the money~~$995.00~~ SALE PRICE $850.00

F80. WHITNEY 1861 NAVY PLYMOUTH RIFLE: This is a Whitney 1861 Navy Plymouth Rifle. This is an early dated version 1862 and will be void of inspection markings. This is a great example with outstanding patina. It has the rear sight and correct ram-rod, but appears to never have had a bayonet ramp/lug installed. The patina on the barrel is unaltered. The lock plate is dated 1862 vertically at the rear with the eagle-shield-flag motif ahead of the hammer and "U.S. Whitney-Ville" under the bolster. The barrel breech date is obscured by gun power corrosion, but serial number 4017 is clear. All the sling swivel are complete. The walnut stock is original and never sanded or messed with in any way. Does not hold in half-cock, but fully cocks. With only 10,000 produced, it is a rifle that is often missing from Civil War long arms collections. This one just has a great look and it would be a great addition to any Civil War naval arms or long arms collection.~~$1750.00~~ SALE PRICE $1575.00

F87. MODEL 1861 U.S. PERCUSSION RIFLE-MUSKET, S.N. & W.T.C/ FOR/ MASSACHUSETTS: This is a Model 1861 U.S. Percussion rifle-musket, S. Norris and W.T. Clement contract, made in Springfield Mass; c 1863-1864 total quantity of several thousand. The lock marking of eagle motif/U.S. and S.N. & W.T.C. /FOR/ MASSACHUSETTS. The wood in great condition and the cartouche is still visible. The metal has a nice even brown patina, and the rifling is still very strong.~~$1175.00~~ SALE PRICE $1075.00

F97. M-1817 COMMON RIFLE - CONVERSION MUSKET: This is a great example of a classic Southern conversion musket! Complete with an original linen Confederate sling. This M-1817 Common Rifle was originally made by N Starr of Middleton CT. 1841, and more than likely was issued to a southern state and was converted to percussion. It is important to remember that US arsenal conversions were strictly of the Belgian or Cone in Barrel method, and this is not that. The drum has a unique design.

The gun is in very good condition overall! The metal mostly has a smooth medium brown patina. The stock is original with a period chip near the patch box plate, and the normal bumps and dings. If you are looking to add a nice Confederate long gun to your collection without paying and arms and a leg, this is a great musket to own.

F104. AUSTRIAN M1851 CARBINE, TYPE-2 CONVERSION: This is an Austrian M1851 Carbine, type-2 conversion. This is a great Civil War weapon, which was imported by both the Union and the Confederacy. Russ Pritchard and Tim Price recently published and article on this gun in the North South Trader’s Civil War magazine. This article provides the best description and history for the M1851 Carbine. This is a Type-2 conversion with a hammer similar to that found on M1844/60 Piedmontese muskets, a large asymmetrical bolster brazed on the top right hand side of the barrel, and no ram-rod. This version did not have a modification for a ram-rod, and purchase records and period photos have validated that fact. The hammer works in both half and full cocked position, band is crisp. The plate is dated 1853. The wood has never been sanded and has great eye-appeal. All the metal has a pleasing rich brown patina, and both carry rings are still present. Also, the lands & groves in the barrel are very strong! I will include a copy of the North South Trader’s Civil War magazine with its article. $1450.00

F106. AUSTRIAN M1854 “LORENZ” RIFLE-MUSKET: This Lorenz rifle-musket is in all original on touch condition with great patina. The stock retains all its original finish and has no break to cracks, has never has been sanded or alter, and the metal has matching patina on all parts. The lock is marked “861” for the year 1861, and the barrel is maker marked “IF SEDER.” It is .58 caliber, has no cheek rest in the stock, and has a folding leaf rear sight. There are several hash marks on the barrel and 6 in the stock, as well as a cross carved in the barrel, which resembles the Confederate battle flag. Also, the ramrod is not original, but a crude replacement that looks blacksmith made. For these reason, I feel this may have been carried by a Southern soldier. Overall, a great Lorenz!~~$1075.00~~ SALE PRICE $975.00

F107. M1851 NAVY REVOLVER, 3rd MODEL with SLIM JIM GRIPS, CIRCA. 1854: This is a M1851 Navy Revolver with rare Slim Jim Grips. It is completely original with matching serial number 36425 on all parts including the wedge. The bore is strong, and the action is tight. The metal has a pleasing patina. Also, it has very strong cylinder scene. This is an early gun circa. 1854. ~~$2995.00~~ SALE PRICE $2400.00

F108. M1860 COLT ARMY REVOLVER, CIRCA 1863: This is a M1860 Colt Army Revolver, 1863. It is serial number 131363 on all parts except the wedge 7183. Otherwise it is all original. The metal has a nice even brown patina. The back strap is steel. The grips are inspection marked making this a military issued gun. The cylinder scene is very strong, and the action is tight.

F109. SAVAGE-NORTH PERCUSSION .36 CALIBER NAVY REVOLVER: The Savage-North revolver, a product of the Savage Revolving Firearms Company, was patented by Henry S. North and Edward Savage of Middletown, Connecticut. Their original 1861 contract with the government was for 5, 500. This revolver is serial number #3976 putting it well within the range of the original contract. The revolver has no original blue finish and has taken on a soft brown patina. It is fully functional and the cocking mechanism works fine, and the trigger is tight. The cylinder rotates with no problem, and all the nipples look original and are not mashed down, which is common to other examples. The grips are original; no cartouche visible, and the right panel is worn down at the bottom of the grip. This is one of the most interesting revolversfrom the Civil War.

F110. SAVAGE-NORTH PERCUSSION .36 CALIBER NAVY REVOLVER: The Savage-North revolver, a product of the Savage Revolving Firearms Company, was patented by Henry S. North and Edward Savage of Middletown, Connecticut. Their original 1861 contract with the government was for 5, 500. This revolver is serial number #8962 putting it above the range of the original contract, and making it a private purchase. The revolver has no original blue finish and has taken on a soft gray-brown patina. It is fully functional and the cocking mechanism works fine, and the trigger is tight. The cylinder rotates with no problem, and all the nipples are original and only one mashed down, which is common to other examples. The grips are original; no cartouche visible, and the both panels show wear at the bottom of the grip. This is one of the most interesting revolvers from the Civil War.

F111. M1858 STARR REVOLVER, DOUBLE ACTION: This is a Starr Model 1858 Double Action .44 Caliber Percussion Army Revolver (1862-1863). This revolver has matching serial number 5909 on all parts. The grips have an inspection cartouche; however, the one on the right side is faint. Also, there are three “XXX” stamped into the left grip and also on the left frame. The markers marking are strong. Also, there are traces of original case blue on both sides of the gun and in the cylinder well. Action works perfectly with no problems, and all the original nipples are intact. Overall, this is a nice example of a popular Civil War period revolver.

F112. REMINGTON NEW MODEL ARMY, 44 CALIBER: This is a Remington New Model Army, .44 caliber with a blue, mixing to brown finish. This has been attic stored and brown patina is over deep blue. At this time 25% blue is visible. The bore is bright fine condition, and the crisp tight action. The grips shows seven kill notches and an initial “P” carved long ago. Very good to fine overall, no visible cartouche is visible, light edge loss in edge of grip. Serial number 49823. $1950.00

F113. CONFEDERATE ARSENAL CONVERSION MUSKET: This musket is a Confederate arsenal conversion musket, which is in great untouched attic condition. It originally was a M1816 flintlock and you can see the Springfield mark and an eagle head on the lock plate. The drum bolster is crudely configured, and the hammer almost has a blacksmith made look to it. All metal parts have the same aged patina, and the stock matched as well. Under the middle band you can see a period arsenal repair to the stock. Even the original ram rod has the same matching patina. Confederate conversion muskets are a good buy since they are more affordable, and underscore the make-do disposition of the Confederate war machine. $1850.00

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