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Colt Model 1861 Special Musket

Currency:USD Category:Firearms & Military Start Price:325.00 USD Estimated At:650.00 - 900.00 USD
Colt Model 1861 Special Musket
.58 caliber, 40" barrel. The barrel is marked N.J. Steel on the left side, and is also marked with a VP, and dated 1862 at the breech. The lockplate is marked U.S. / Colt's PT F.A. MFG CO. / Hartford Ct. and is dated 1863 at the rear. The nipple bolster is stamped with an eagle. The left side of the walnut stock is stamped N.J. Stock with tulip headed ramrod and U.S. marked buttplate.

Condition: All metal displays moderate pitting and staining throughout, with a dull silver patina. The wood has some nicks and dings throughout, and light wear at the end of the butt. The sling swivel is not present at the triggerguard. The bore could use a cleaning. The action is excellent.