RIFLE MUSKET. Cal. 58. NSN. Standard configuration 1861 contract rifle musket, lock dated 1863 & "US / NORWICH", 40" round barrel with adjustable rear sight, 3 flat spring retained bands, US surcharged buttplate, two partially discernible inspection cartouches opposite lock. CONDITION: good overall, complete and original, dark and pitted iron patina, mechanically fine, bore has been reamed to about 61 caliber smooth bore. (01-27160/JS). ANTIQUE. $800-1,200.
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