U.S. Model 1861 Norwich Contract Rifle Musket

Description:

U.S. Model 1861 Norwich Contract Rifle Musket, c. 1863, .58 caliber, walnut stock with steel fittings, lock marked with an eagle and "U.S./NORWICH." in front of the cock, tail dated "1863," breech marked "V/P," barrel lg. 40, overall lg. 56 in.
Estimate $2,000-3,000

Stock has a few light dings and nicks, steel parts are in very good condition with no pitting, the lock functions properly, and the bore is very good with some very light scattered pitting.


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