Enfields associated with Confederate service do not bear British martial marks.They do have proof, commercial provisional proof and view marks (above) on barrels. Title 18, U.S. Code, Section 921(a)(16) defines antique firearms as all guns manufactured prior to 1899. "25" gauge translates to .577 caliber. They are sold as collector's items or as "wall hangers". The total loss of the regiment during the siege was 37 killed, wounded and missing. Near fine original Civil War blockade run imported P53 Tower Enfield Rifled Musket with lock dated 1861 in caliber .577; missing slide on rear sight; very clear double SHC inspection stamps in the wood below trigger guard; 20th century added small CS stamp in wood in front of buttplate tang; very early import weapon to the Confederate States of America circa Fall of 1861. Abe Williams Sharpshooter rifle, among many others. Caliber is .577 and the original knurled and slotted ramrod is correct and original to the weapon. (CYANOTYPES) eugene de salignac (1861-1943), EUGENE DE SALIGNAC (1861-1943) Group of approximately, WILLIAM H. BULL (1861-1940) CRATER LAKE /, A family archive relating to COMMANDER GEORGE, Aaron Shattuck Oil on Canvas Landscape Aaron. ), Muzzleloading Modern & Replica Pistols (flint), Muzzleloading Modern & Replica Pistols (perc), United States Patent Firearms Revolvers/Pistols, Century Arms International (CAI) - Shotguns. Very nice example of this rifle. The barrel is also double-stamped with dual"25" gauge marks between the B'ham proofmarks. with a write up on pages 44 and 45. 1861 and British crown. It will not have the crown and VR cipher or any martial view marks. 123 15. Enfield 2 band P1858 Rifle. This kit is perfect for those finishing a Build-It-Yourself Kit or just looking to refinish an existing stock. DAW & Co. Lock plate has the typical crown behind the hammer and a Lion in front of the hammer. Gil Davis Tercenio # 3020V 34th Battalion, Virginia Cavalry For Reproduction Enfield Rifles, SC0743 Hammer Screw (Repro.) This gun is in very good condition with some signs of wear present, 1864 Dated Antique ENFIELD Pattern .577 Cal 2-BAND Rifle-Musket NOT BRITISH American Civil War Era Rifle Here we present an antique Enfield Pattern 2-Band Rifle-Musket made in 1864. Here is a brief summary of the four distinctive models. 1) Springfield. Products - S & S Firearms Cal. The Snider-Enfield was produced in several variants. 1 MK III Rifle, Guns Listing ID: 811124This Enfield No. Usage of the Pattern 1858 two-band rifle-musket - North-South Skirmish Trollope, Frederick Matzow (1861-1938) oil on board, Civil War 1853 pattern .577 caliber Enfield, Arthur William Head (1861-1930) - Six watercolours, Arthur William Head (1861-1930) - Four watercolours. In addition there is a photograph of the proof marks of this known Confederate Soldier's Rifle on the Title page of the book which are completely identical to those on this weapon. III Rifle C&R With SLING, BAYONET, & SHEATH Here we present a Short Magazine Lee-Enfield (SMLE) No. SEE MORE, The 1863 Zouave rifle was originally produced by Remington Arms under a contract with the US Government. This rifle kit allows you to build an authentic reproduction .Approved by the North-South Skirmish Association (N-SSA). The entire gun, 1866 Dated B.S.A. This indicates that this weapon was not intended for a British Military contract but was aimed at the Overseas market, most specifically the United States, who were embroiled in its most terrible Civil War. Kentucky Pistol Kit .50 Caliber Percussion 10 White Oct. Barrel with Select Hardwood Furniture. See "More Info" for details. I have a bayonet that I will include for $250 more please see additional photos. Most of these models bear 1858 to 1864 lockplate dates. Fax: (713) 781-6407. Any attempt at restoring an antique gun to be operational is strongly discouraged and is done so at the risk of the customer. Serial number B83817 with matching numbered bolt. This Pattern 1853 rifled muskethas astandard 39" barrel in Caliber .577 with3 barrel bands and brass regulation style furniture. CIVIL WAR Antique UNION & CONFEDERATE Tower ENFIELD Pattern 1856 SHORT RIFLE 1857 Dated 2-BAND Pattern 1856 SERGEANTS RIFLE Here we present an antique British Proofed Percussio, Guns Listing ID: 805388Manufacturer: Enfield Importer: Enfield Model: MK1 Type: Rifle Action Type: Bolt Action Caliber / Gauge: .303 British Finish: Titanium Barrel Type: Single Grip Type: Wood Barrel, receiver marked no.5 mk1rof(f) //2/46 serial#u9816 this is matching on magazine and bolt// replaced forearm, Serial #93L1451, .303 British, 25" barrel with a fine, bright bore that has some traces of mild freckling within the grooves. The Traditions St. Louis Hawken Muzzleloading Kit is a .50 Cal. The bore is clear, but there is little trace of the original rifling left, probably due to wear. .58 Caliber, Percussion, Rifled. Very nice overall condition and far more rare to find than the English exported three band rifled musket, the Pattern 1853. Price$65.00 Part Number: EN88 SEAR ENFIELD SEAR, Original. British Enfield 1857 Rifled-Musket .577 cal. Payment Methods: M/C, VISA, American Express and Discover. 128 vols. , Dixie Gun Works, Sorry, there are no products that match your criteria. Lock markings bear the standard Victoria monogram of a crown back of the hammer but without the V R, indicating a likely British export. Price$20.00 Part Number: EN52 GUARD BOW SLING SWIVEL ENFIELD GUARD BOW SLING SWIVEL, Original. We assume no liability associated with misuse of our products. For Enfield - Original & Repro. At the contracts termination in 1858, the company sold the manufacturing equipment to the Royal Small Arms Factory at Enfield. The two steel barrel bands are held on with screw pressure, and are the "Baddeley" type with recessed screws, typical of the 4th model. For Enfield - Original & Repro. The barrel bears British Proof Marks, though they are somewhat faded. For Enfield - Original & Repro. Rifle - Tower, SP0850 Triggerguard Wood Screw (Original) For Original Enfield .577 Perc. English Tower 1861 Rifled Percussion Musket, Civil War British Tower Enfield RifleCivil. Original U.S. Civil War 1861 Confederate Inspected P-1853 Enfield Three Muzzle Loading Rifles model Enfield 3 band P1853 Rifle - Davide Pedersoli the gun is in very good shape with some wear. graduation. Rifle - Tower & 1861 Special - Colt, L.G.&Y. We want satisfied customers & often "under" describe the weapons. Buttplate, stock cap, trigger guard and the distinct side screw washers are all brass and have dark discolorations. Serial numbers may be present on the barrel side, tang or stock. Trapper Pistol Kit .50 Caliber Flintlock 9.75 White Oct. Barrel with Select Hardwood Furniture. Its last battle was at Vermillion bayou, La., in Nov. 1863, where it lost 6 killed and wounded. Caliber 303 British. Here is a brief summary of the four distinctive models. They are the correct Birmingham proof marks, with the Crown over Crossed Scepters "Viewed" and "Proved" markings, and the often seen 25 marking. This is an "M/47" coded rifle (BSA Shirley) that has a 194, ISHAPORE Short Magazine Lee-Enfield No. Cal. DAW & Co. Included in the listing is the p, Serial #A29283, .303 British, 25" barrel with an excellent, bright bore. England, mid 19th, TOWER BERDAN CONVERSION RIFLE. This is an example from our values4antiques price guide We do not buy or sell any items Price Sold & Full Description AVAILABLE TO OUR MEMBERS Learn more. Now this saber, complete with detailed scabbard, can become your favorite letter opener. For Reproduction Enfield Rifles, SC0741 Tang Screw (Repro.) Perfect for shooters, hunters, enthusiasts, collectors, and those performing re-enactments. The loading lever, hammer, trigger and cylinder work just like the originals. Remington, Typewriters, M1911s And The Rand Co. 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Heavy but soft brown suede leather completely protects black powder rifles. There is no rear sight, front sight is original. It is, however, safe to say that it is identified primarily with Confederate arms and equipment imported from Britain. The fast-acting liquid provides a consistent, non-streaky blue-black finish on steel. Recent closet find offered as it was found. LSB#: 170211JH60 Make: J.E. The 1853 pattern Enfield is a rifle musket. 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 . Undaunted, Huse then set out to secure the services of the Royal Small Arms Factory in Enfield and all of the small arms contractors in the London and Birmingham regions. Huses initial efforts resulted in the purchase of 3,500 rifles from English firms during the summer of 1861. Winchester Model 1897 IN THE FACTORY SHIPPING CRATE!!! See "More Info" for more details. 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. Collectors commonly refer to this rifle as the .577-cal. The belt is made of heavy saddle skirting and cut 2" wide. Antique SNIDER-ENFIELD .577mm Caliber Breech Loading Rifle CONVERSION of a Pattern 1853 Enfield Here we present an antique British G.H. See "More Info" for more information. Dixie Gun Works If you copy and paste this address below it will show you more pictures and the history: ------------------------------------Now about the this rifle. bore is in excellent with strong rifling, Left side is marked ""U.S. PROPERTY"", serial numbers are matching incl. TEN+ 19TH CENTURY ROLLED NAVIGATIONAL CHARTS. SEE MORE, This "Build it Yourself Kit" for the 1861 Springfield not only saves you money, it makes it your masterpiece. Original U.S. Civil War 1861 Confederate Inspected P-1853 Enfield Three The metal looks vary good. Used during the 19th century, the 1842 was the last US smoothbore rifle. For Reproduction Enfield Rifles, SC0742 Sidelock Screw (Repro.) muzzleloading rifle with five-groove rifling cut with a progressive increase in depth toward the breech. 1* C&R Bolt Action CONTRACT Rifle US Made BRITISH CONTRACT w/BAYONET, SHEATH, & SLING Here we present a C&R British Contract U.S. Property Ma, Got a Enfield N05/MK1 303 British Jungle Carbine Bolt Action Rifle. CONFEDERATE BLOCKADE RUN ENFIELD RIFLE. ARMSCORs RIA 5.0 ST semi-automatic 9 mm Luger pistol represents the companys first handgun to be designed and manufactured here in the United States. Also with the amount of service this rifle has seen, all markings on the wood stock have long since been worn away. SOLD. Both sling swivels are missing. (Ret). See More. This Confederate Civil War Officer's Brass Buckle is a replica of the actual buckle worn by most confederate Officers. Year: C1863 Model: M1850 Foot Officer Size: 32.1 inch blade Import style foot officer retailed by and etched on the obverse: M. W. / Galt /& Bro. Pattern 1853 Enfield - Wikipedia This rifle is marked behind the trigger guard: 72.F.110.N.Y.V. Mechanics are good. Confederate 1861 Tower Marked Enfield Musket (AL4099) However, there is no V.R. It is not generally believed that any of these rifles were sold to America during the Civil War. Well documented in the THE CONFEDERATE ENFIELD book. Today, this is achallenging Civil War Musketto obtain in NRA Antique Fine+ condition. A copy of the equipment was sold to the London Armoury Co. of Bermondsey. Enfield in 7.62x51 mm NATO. Identified 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. Adjustable ramp rear sights, fixed blade front sight. Appears to be origial manufacture. Winchester 1873 Semi-Deluxe Rifle SOLD. Barrel markings "25" (.577 cal.) The stud near the muzzle accomodates a large sabre bayonet rather than a socket type. Co/1866 Marked Lock, 1871 Dated Antique RASF ENFIELD SNIDER Mk. The lockplate is clearly impressed marked TOWER and 1861, as most imported Enfield weapons are. Information Line:1-731-885-0700, Product prices and availability subject to change without notice. Some of the very first P53s made were manufactured at the Robins & Lawrence factory in Windsor, Vermont. 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. More options - any P-53 Enfield "Tower" lock with dates 1855 to 1858 would be correct for a 2nd model, British-made P-53. It could even be linked to an individual Union soldier. The Tower marking appears on regionally made Enfield rifles such as those produced by King & Phillips. Only 1,200 were manufactured by the London Armoury Co. From Denix of Spain comes this high quality miniature M1860 Cavalry Saber. Some of the very first P53s made were manufactured at the Robins & Lawrence factory in Windsor, Vermont. This example is dated 1861 and has NO English issue markings, clearly indicating it came to the USA or Confederate States (via the Blockade) for Civil War use. It comes with our exclusive Old South leather Civil War Belt. Wood is in excellent shape with perfect wood to metal fit with sharp contours showing only light handling marks. Potts & Hunt is one of the many names that appear on the lockplates of Enfields shipped to the Confederacy. These commercial guns were not subjected to the same proof tests as those destined for British military service. 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. This rifle is in exceptionally good condition considering it is a battle rifle made in 1940. SHC received a 2.5% commission on all arms purchased and inspected for the Confederate For more information or detailed directions, write to the NFM at 11250 Waples Mill Road, Fairfax, VA 22030, or call (703) 267-1600. It will not have the crown and VR cipher or any martial view marks. 1862 Tower Enfield - Enfield-Rifles.com Reset. Solid brass body carries 15 #10 or #11 caps ready for precise dispensing. The Fallin rifle is shown here (top) with several other original Confederate Battle of Gettysburg artifacts from the National Park Services collection, including a blanket used to wrap Confederate dead after the battle.This article was first published inAmerican Rifleman, May1999In 1861, Howell Cobb of Georgia stood on the floor of the United States Senate and spoke with the full attention of all those who were present to hear him. 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. For Reproduction Enfield Rifles, HP0655 Snider Enfield Original Hammer - Recessed Nose, HP0704 Snider Enfield Original Hammer - Flat Nose. document.write(theDate.getFullYear()) Lance Sergeant. At the contracts termination in 1858, the company sold the manufacturing equipment to the Royal Small Arms Factory at Enfield. Fits original and Euroarms Guns, Reproduction. Nearly 300,000 of the .577-cal. Made by Hornady 100/Pack. 13 vols. These were the first official Percussion long guns adopted by the U.S. Military. This "Build it Yourself Kit" for the 1842 Springfield not only saves you money, it makes it your masterpiece. P53/4The fourth model was manufactured exclusively at the Royal Small Arms Factory Enfield and the London Armoury Co. Very few models actually saw action during the Civil War and none were distributed to any army division. Part of the Lend-Lease Act of 1941. Rifle - Pattern 1858 Naval Rifle, 1861 - Museums Victoria Collections Winchester Model 1873 Rifle in 44 WCF SOLD. The 110th fought in battles in the deep South with Sherman and other Union Generals. 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. One of the best ways possible to get a real hands-on muzzleloading experience is to build it yourself! IMA considers all antique guns offered on our website as non-firing, inoperable and/or inert. by Hornady, Traditions Kentucky Pistol Kit .50 Caliber. 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. SEE MORE, The most widley used rifle during the Civil War, the 1861 Springfield was a favorite due to its' reliability, accuracy, and range. Tower often appears on the lockplates of these regionally made guns. It was very common for Confederate soldiers to personalize their weapons in this way. Everything for sale on ima-usa.com is completely legal to own, trade, transport and sell within the United States of America. Colt Lightning Rifle SOLD. Email: [emailprotected] 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. 4 Mk. The three steel barrel bands are held on with screw pressure, as typical of the 3rd model. Manufactured at Lithgow in 1941. Wood is heavily bruised CONFEDERATE BLOCKADE RUN ENFIELD RIFLE. Lock is marked 1861. The Confederacy was fortunate in being home to a number of U.S. armories and arsenals that yielded guns destined for the thousands of men flocking to the Stars and Bars in 1861. The gun is equipped with two sling swivels, The barrel is blued and lock case hardened. Enfield Rifles for sale - Guns International Its chambered in .303 British and is in very good condition with a repaired crack in the top forearm and a very good bore. Bore is also good and action works smoothly. 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! Colt . These guns (L.A. Co.) did not arrive until spring of 1864. III .303 GRENADIER Rifle C&R 1942 Dated SMLE in .303 British, WORLD WAR II Era BSA Enfield No. 1861 Tower Musket (Enfield Model 1853) as sold to the Union Army during the Civil War. Ready to display and research! These guns (L.A. Co.) did not arrive until spring of 1864. 1 Mk. 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. 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. Additional contracts were taken out by the states of Louisiana, Georgia, Mississippi, North Carolina and South Carolina, and may be marked as such. Please try another search, Tomahawks & Tomahawk Parts and Accessories, M1826 and M1836 Water's and Johnson Pistol, M1861 Special Musket (Colt,L.G. Traditions St. Louis Hawken Muzzleloading Kit .50 Cal. Near fine original Civil War blockade run imported P53 Tower Enfield Rifled Musket with lock dated 1861 in caliber .577; missing slide on rear sight; very clear double "SHC" inspection stamps in the wood below trigger guard; 20th century added small "CS" stamp in wood in front of buttplate tang; very early import weapon to the Confederate States The left side of the barrel denotes it was built in Birmingham, England as determined by distinctive proofmarks from that region. MILITARY Rifle CONVERSION of a PATTERN 1853 or 1861 ENFIELD, 1866 Dated B.S.A. Antique LONDON ARMOURY CO. Snider Mk. It is, however, safe to say that it is identified primarily with Confederate arms and equipment imported from Britain. 4 Mk. ENFIELD FRONT BAND, Engineers Carbine or 2 Band Short Rifle, w/ Bayonet Lug, Reproduction. Sharp block letters TOWER / 1861 are displayed on the lockplate in front of the hammer. The sights are graduated to 1000 yds. Sixteen-thousand of this pattern were made in Windsor, Vermont. Traditions 1853 Enfield Musket 3-Band Kit, .58 Cal - Old South Firearms Antique SNIDER-ENFIELD Mk. The barrel has the early Union 24 and 24 marking on the barrel. This law exempts antique firearms from any form of gun control or special engineering. The Old Ironsides is a replica of those that sat on the deck of the USS Constitution. All correct #s except stock had been redone as shown in picture. CONFEDERATE BLOCKADE RUN ENFIELD RIFLE. A Gorham Coin Silver Presentation Pitcher. The workmanship is very good. London Armoury lockplates will be marked only with 1863 and 1864 dates.
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