(A) TOWER P1853 PERCUSSION MUSKET.

(A) TOWER P1853 PERCUSSION MUSKET. The British P1853 rifle-musket saw heavy use in the Civil War with both Union and Confederate forces. This example has a Tower lock dated "1863" with royal crown. It is currently fitted with period blacksmith made sporting sights. Walnut stock with 3 iron barrel bands, brass trigger guard, and brass butt plate. Includes a tulip head ram rod. CONDITION: Barrel has a dark, chocolate patina with some heavier older pitting near the lock. Lock markings have partially been chased. Brass is mellowing. Stocks have been lightly sanded and reoiled. Dark, well defined bore with black powder abrasion throughout. Fine mechanics.Name Value Barrel Length 39" Caliber/Bore .577 Rifled FFL Status Antique Manufacturer Tower Model P1853 Serial Number NSN, Name, Value, Barrel Length, 39", Caliber/Bore, .577 Rifled, FFL Status, Antique, Manufacturer, Tower, Model, P1853, Serial Number, NSN

Stima:€624.38

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