^Lot 3252 "CSA" CARVED 1863 DATED ENFIELD MUSKET.

Cal 577. NSN. Standard configuration of the most popular imported arm by the Confederacy, 1863 dated Tower lock plate, Birmingham gauge markings for 577 caliber on 39" barrel, though this gun is now smoothbore with rear sight removed. Right butt stock nicely carved "E L / C S A". The carving appears original to the Civil War era. This is attractive Confederate relic musket of the war. CONDITION: good overall, "as found" dark patinas, old well patinaed over areas of wood loss above lock and at barrel tang, both sling swivels removed, bore reamed to 60 caliber smoothbore, mechanics strong, nipple is broken, ramrod is missing. PROVENANCE: David Berenson estate collection. (01-29637/JS). ANTIQUE. $2,000-3,000.