^Lot 4035 GOOD 1863 DATED RICHMOND RIFLE MUSKET.

Cal. 58. NSN. This is a good original complete example of the standard production Richmond Armory rifle musket that saw lots of use but has survived in original complete condition. Standard configuration, 40" barrel, correct original rear leaf sight, correct fixed front sight, brass butt plate, brass nose cap, ramrod appears original to time of use though 1855 pattern with swell which are often found wartime replacements. "VP" & eagle head proof at breech are discernible including broken "P" characteristic of Richmond manufacture. Barrel date is not visible due to pitting from hard use. The lock is dated "1863" at tail & "C.S. / RICHMOND, VA" forward of hammer. All components appear of Richmond manufacture except for the rear band which appears Harpers Ferry. Captured Harpers Ferry finished parts were generally utilized on earliest production muskets, this example probably early 1863. This is among the most difficult Confederate arms to find unmolested. Soldier has personalized with initials "RRS" carved opposite lock and left side of butt has a US belt keeper inset and small US stamped on top of buttplate. CONDITION: good overall. Complete & original, metal cleaned with pitting. Stock is refinished, carved soldier's initials "RRS" still crisp. Mechanically functional, good worn rifled bore. PROVENANCE: Bob Alispones estate collection. (01-28684/JS). ANTIQUE. $5,000-7,000.