But there would be no reason for an Enfield of this age to be in Europe after WWI, so possibly it was brought back in a clandestine manner by a returning Civil War Soldier. Overall length is 15" and rate of twist 1 in 16. Rifle, MB0732 Lower Barrel Band (Repro.) Deerhunter Rifle Features: There was also a 1856 sergeant's rifle with iron fittings. The Union also imported Enfields which were highly prized by Federal soldiers more so than the Union made arms apparently. Barnett & Sons, London Model: P-1853 Musket Serial Number: 309 Year of Manufacture: 1860's Caliber: .577 Caliber Percussion Action Type: Single Shot Cap and Ball Markings: The left side of the barrel is marked "309" and with three British view marks we can't make out.The lockplate is marked at the rear with "Crown /Tower" and in front of the hammer with . The original (as with this reproduction) have a 39" barrel and was . The ramrod tip is shaped with the characteristic jag slot. NOTE: International orders of antique firearms MUST be shipped using UPS WW Services (courier). This rifle kit allows you to build an authentic reproduction .Approved by the North-South Skirmish Association (N-SSA). The ramrod is thick, straight, and has the cleaning jag and slit head of the late model second pattern. Original Item: Only One Available. These were the first official Percussion long guns adopted by the U.S. Military. IMA considers all of our antique guns as non-firing, inoperable and/or inert. The P53 went through four such changes before the Snyder breechloader was adopted in the late 1860s. The Enfield P1853 features a ladder rear sight with a slider assembled on a base with steps, steel barrel's bands and other brass furniture. A Gorham Coin Silver Presentation Pitcher. The brass furniture consisting of the triggerguard . The Long Rifle has a 3612 -inch (93 cm) barrel and three barrel bands. Rifle - Tower & 1861 Special - Colt, L.G.&Y. 2 Target Rifle Regulated by Parker-Hale, HISTORIC CIVIL WAR TOWER ENFIELD PATTERN 1856 CONFEDERATE STATES CONTRACT PERCUSSION SHORT RIFLE DATED 1861, SMLE No5 Mk 1 Jungle Carbine Enfield - 303 British, Savage MKIV Enfield .303 British Lend Lease Rifle, Lithgow SHTLE III* - 303 British ( Enfield SMLE ), CIVIL WAR Era Antique Pattern 1853 ENFIELD British Percussion Rifle-Musket Circa 1861 with SOCKET BAYONET & SCABBARD, ENFIELD NO. Enfield in 7.62x51 mm NATO. S.C. Robinson Sharps-type carbine made in Richmond and a .58-cal. Any city or state regulations regarding owning antique firearms are the responsibility of the purchaser. Tower Enfield Civil War Sergeant's Rifle.SCARCE.LAYAWAY? This example is clearly one of the thousands imported by the South, which are far more rare than the typical Union imported counterpart. ModelsThe designation P53 as it is used in this text, refers to the 1853 Pattern Rifled Musket as adopted by the British Military Ordnance Boards in 1853. These weapons were slung from the upper band to the lower buttstock, unlike the rifled muskets which are slung from the upper band to the triggerguard bow. Ma, Original Savage No.4 Mk 1 Enfield in .303 British. Reset. It was the second most widely used rifle behind the 1861 Springfield Musket. Its first experience under fire was at Fort Bisland, and at Franklin it had 12 killed and wounded. The perfect match for Civil War holsters and pouches. The rifle also comes with a .275 steel ramrod with 10x32 . Fits original and Euroarms Guns, Reproduction. 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. It should come as no small comfort for any patriotic American to know that the countrys firearm industry is vibrant and productive, still faithfully serving the needs of armed citizens, law-enforcement officers and military personneljust as it has for more than two centuries. The loading lever, hammer, trigger and cylinder work just like the originals. CIVIL WAR Antique UNION & CONFEDERATE Tower ENFIELD Pattern 1856 SHORT RIFLE 1861 Dated 2-BAND Pattern 1856 "SERGEANTS" RIFLE for sale online. Its total length (without bayonet) is 5414 inches (138 cm) in length. I think the forearm has been shortened. Rifle, MB0731 Middle Barrel Band (Repro.) These commercial guns were not subjected to the same proof tests as those destined for British military service. Here is a brief summary of the four distinctive models. 24" Octagonal Hooked Breech Barrel, Percussion 4 Mk. The ramrod is still in place. A similar Short Rifle edition of this same weapon, dated 1861, appears on the Cover of THE CONFEDERATE ENFIELD by Captain Steven W. Knott, U.S.N. Barrel, which has never been cleaned and is dark throughout with light scattered spots of paint. for Queen Victoria Reginacorrect for a Civil War import. It started as a SHT.LE III* Enfield and is chambered for 303 British. Most lock dates will fall between 1861 and 1864. No real explanation has yet come to light as to the significance of this marking. This rifle is in exceptionally good condition considering it is a battle rifle made in 1940. This 1849 Dragoon Revolver is non-firing replica. That author has a similarly marked gun (see pictures), and other marked guns from the 110th are also know in collections. Only 1,200 were manufactured by the London Armoury Co. It was the first US musket to be produced with a percussion lock. Any attempt at restoring an antique gun to be operational is strongly discouraged and is done so at the risk of the customer. See "More Info" for details. Wood is uncleaned. This is in good condition. For Reproduction Enfield Rifles, SC0742 Sidelock Screw (Repro.) It has a twelve-round magazine. P53/2The second model had solid barrel bands, retained by band springs similar to those of the U.S. Model 1861 Springfield. This one has, Serial #AF7228 / MK412794, .303 British, 25" barrel with a very good bore that has some minor freckling within the grooves. The possibilities are limited only by one's imagination! Its chambered in .303 British and is in very good condition with a repaired crack in the top forearm and a very good bore. This one is 100% original down to the washers on the barrel band screws. The British were looking for additional factories to produce the P53 during the Crimean War, and the Robins & Lawrence Co. produced thousands of P53s for British use. Cal. They have the official C.S.A. insignia with copper and brass accents and were made to look just as they were during the Civil War. England, mid 19th, TOWER BERDAN CONVERSION RIFLE. (, 1871 Dated Antique RASF ENFIELD SNIDER Mk. The export proof marks on the left side of barrel breech are barely visible due to the dark surface and exhibit a provisional proof mark, a gauge mark (25) for .577 caliber, viewers marks, and another gauge stamp. Appears to have original sights. In good overall condition, this single-shot, muzzleloading rifle-musket is full length and features 38 long barrel mated to a black walnut stock. 1 Mk. English Tower 1861 Rifled Percussion Musket, Civil War British Tower Enfield RifleCivil. These guns (L.A. Co.) did not arrive until spring of 1864. The 1853 pattern Enfield is a rifle musket. Enfield 2 band P1858 Rifle. with a write up on pages 44 and 45. A magazine article was written about this unit, the 110th New York, in 2003. II** .577 Snider Cal. Phone: (252) 636-3039. These were the first official Percussion long guns adopted by the U.S. Military. For more information or detailed directions, write to the NFM at 11250 Waples Mill Road, Fairfax, VA 22030, or call (703) 267-1600. All orders are subject to acceptance by IMA Inc, which reserves the right to refuse any order. Excellent mechanically with a fine bore and crisp, strong markings overall. Price$85.00 Notify when back in stock Part Number: EN90 P53 ENFIELD REAR SIGHT LADDER SLIDE AND PIN This 1860 Army Revolver is non-firing replica. This Confederate Civil War Officer's Brass Buckle is a replica of the actual buckle worn by most confederate Officers. See More. These legendary cap and ball revolvers are full size (13.5") and weigh a hefty 3.5 lbs. The Tower marking appears on regionally made Enfield rifles such as those produced by King & Phillips. The 1858 with brass fittings is a naval rifle. We found no specific STATE Markings on our rifle, however after 1863 conditions were such that little time was available for such niceties upon importation. Central Plains Beaded Hide Pipe Bag, c. 1870s. Country: United States. It appears to be smooth bore at about .650 caliber. It is not generally believed that any of these rifles were sold to America during the Civil War. See More Info. This model is also known as the "three band" model. The rifle is 55" long over all with a 39" barrel. It was the second most widely used rifle behind the 1861 Springfield Musket. Hornady Lead Round Balls for MuzzleLoader Derringers & Rifles. var theDate=new Date() Co/1866 Marked Lock, 1871 Dated Antique RASF ENFIELD SNIDER Mk. Price$20.00 Part Number: EN52 GUARD BOW SLING SWIVEL ENFIELD GUARD BOW SLING SWIVEL, Original. Rustic/Authentic Civil War Era Powder Horn, average length is 10" including the brass spout. SEE MORE, This "Build it Yourself Kit" for the 1861 Springfield not only saves you money, it makes it your masterpiece. This rifle was brought into a local gun shop as you see it. SEE MORE, These .575 Minie Balls are a great choice not only for use with .577 or .58 Civil War-era rifles and muskets, but also suitable for reloading in .577 and .58 caliber cartridges of similar size.Sold in Quantity of 20. 1 MK III Rifle, Guns Listing ID: 811124This Enfield No. These guns (L.A. Co.) did not arrive until spring of 1864. Despite the distinguished senators words, Georgia, and the young Confederacy that the state had joined, were going to need more than cornstalks to repel the Yankee armies descending upon Richmond and other key cities throughout the South. Lockplate shows some signs of original mottled case colors that have hazed over with a pleasing brown patina. Zoom In. Original U.S. Civil War Era 3rd Model P-1853 Enfield Three Band Export Rifle marked Cook & Son and Tower 1861 with Battle Damage $2,895.00 $2,395.00 SALE! CONFEDERATE BLOCKADE RUN ENFIELD RIFLE. Rifle has good rifling and no overtravel on bolt head. MarkingsIdentified Confederate P53s have been examined with the names King & Phillips, Parker Field & Son, Bently & Playfair, and a host of others marked on the barrels and stocks. WORLD WAR II Era ISHAPORE Short Magazine Lee-Enfield No. Dates on the locks of these first models are 1854 and 1855. The lock is marked "TOWER"with an 1861 date and crown symbol behind the hammer without the "V.R." This rifle is marked behind the trigger guard: 72.F.110.N.Y.V. A Civil War Musket with known and proven Unit Markings and from a Union combat regiment is very, very hard to find! This is not the case. This gun is chambered in .303 British. This law exempts antique firearms from any form of gun control or special engineering because they are not legally considered firearms. Would make a great powder loader for your revolver, as well as your muzzleloader rifle. muzzleloading rifle with five-groove rifling cut with a progressive increase in depth toward the breech. 1853 Enfield Musket KitThe 1853 Enfield was used in the Civil War by both the North and the South.