This rifled musket , with the lock marking "1861 Springfield" and an eagle, was the principal infantry arm of the civil war. Produced in tremendous numbers by the Union and captured by the Confederacy, this is the arm that most soldiers on both sides carried. A handsome, durable and accurate rifle, the model 1861 was the most widely produced American military long arm to that time. During the Civil War over 1,5000,000 of the 1861 pattern rifle muskets were produced by the Springfield National Armory and 2 private Contractors.

1861 Springfield Rifle Musket by Chiappa Armi Sport of Italy, the ultimate in fine shooting military muzzle loaders. The one-piece barrel is forged steel,. and the one-piece stock is oil-finished walnut. Features a swelled ramrod, like the original muskets. The .58 caliber musket  is 56" overall and the barrel is 40" in length.

Made in Italy.

Adult (over 21) Signature is Required for delivery.

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