[5], The number of Model 1861 rifled muskets produced by the Springfield Armory was 265,129 between January 1, 1861 and December 31, 1863. It is quite similar to the Model of 1863, and there is a high degree of parts interchangeability between these models. If the gun needs to be refinished, sand off the existing paint or varnish and apply a fresh coat of paint or varnish. However, over time, more and more regiments began receiving Model 1861 rifled muskets, though this upgrade appeared somewhat quicker in the Eastern Theater of Operations. Assemble the gun and test fire it. Bump to the top. Original antique Springfields are expensive, so companies such as Davide Pedersoli & C., Chiappa Firearms (Armi Sport) and Euro Arms make modern reproductions at much more affordable prices. Replace the worn trigger pivot pin with a new one. We have noted a wide variety of nipple threads and lengths used on imported rifles and percussion revolvers, even on the same model from the same maker. Remove the forend and unscrew the trigger plate from the stock. Apply a drop of oil or gun grease to the screw threads and tighten firmly. The gun is in overall very good condition. Use a mallet to tap the bands into place to ensure a tight fit. 11 caps are a tiny bit larger, an easy fit. |regenC|MC Set || Li Mc miss || || LP Mc miss ||, Antique (Pre-1899) Rifles - Flintlock Misc, Antique (Pre-1899) Rifles - Matchlock/Wheellock Misc, Century Arms International (CAI) - Rifles, Muzzleloading Modern & Replica Rifles (perc), Winchester Rifles - Modern Bolt/Auto/Single, Winchester Rifles - Pre-1899 Bolt/Single Shot, Century Arms International (CAI) - Pistols, Colt Automatic Pistols (.25, .32, & .380 cal), Colt Single Action Revolvers - Modern (22 Cal. [5] Can't pay you until you give me shipping rate from your locale to my part of Pennsylvania. To $294.00. 497-1100Fax | (718) 497-1105 11 standard cap, or the identical Dynamit - Nobel RWS brand No. u.s. model 1861 springfield rifle musket.58: 40 "1016 mm : sp403: u.s. model 1863 springfield rifle musket type i.58: 40 " 1016 mm : sp404: u.s. model 1864 springfield rifle musket type ii . ARMI-SPORT Enfield. For me, it was well worth it, just something very cool about the originals and the stories they could tell. Separate the breechblock and extractor from the receiver. Made to fit some unknown European cap, they have too much taper to prevent cap fragments from falling into the hammer notch, jamming your revolver. Made from 416 alloy (12% Chromium), the first free machining stainless alloy with Martensitic qualities (hardenable, tempers normally, and is magnetic unlike most stainless alloys). I've been reading online about Armi Sport vs Euroarms vs Pedersoli vs Colts M1861 musket and the more I read the more confused I am. Can anyone make a musket nipple wrench suggestion for this rifle ? sear (32) will drop away. Remove the lock plate screws holding the lock plate in place. There are numerous accounts of this happening in the war's earlier battles. But I love it. and (11) and remove hands. That was about 20 years ago. Round White Satin Finish, Stock/Grip: Walnut w/oil finish front and rear swivels, Color/Finish: Steel butt plate & trigger guard. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. (8) Bands, swivels, rear sight, and guard blued, not polished bright. The stock is made of American Wall nut. circa 1980's/90's. This is a fine quality fully functional reproduction that would be great for reenacting or blackpowder shooting. You are using an out of date browser. 1848 Baby Dragoon - Uberti . Use a cloth or brush dampened with a mild solvent or oil to get rid of any debris or dirt. ), Muzzleloading Modern & Replica Pistols (flint), Muzzleloading Modern & Replica Pistols (perc), United States Patent Firearms Revolvers/Pistols, Century Arms International (CAI) - Shotguns. Is it missing the rammer? Remove any excess oil or gun grease before shooting. Separate the mainspring from the hammer by unscrewing the two screws that attach them. The lock functions fine and the bore is in very good condition, free of any pitting. (I've noticed that the lands and grooves in this gun are pretty shallow.) As the photos show, it comes equipped with a period-appropriate genuine leather sling. Pic is of last years buck and my Colt Special Model. Best nipple wrench you'll ever use. Remove the lock plate by turning it counterclockwise and sliding it off the receiver. [7], The Model 1861 was aimed using flip-up leaf sights. ",xxPwd="Password",xxNow="now",xxInSecs="in %s seconds",xxName="Full Name", Bore is clean and bright. Finally, unscrew the screws that hold the trigger and sear in place, and remove them from the receiver. The stock is in good condition and has no cracks. Unscrew the barrel band and slide the barrel off of the frame. Antique (Pre-1899) Rifles - Flintlock Misc, Antique (Pre-1899) Rifles - Matchlock/Wheellock Misc, Century Arms International (CAI) - Rifles, Muzzleloading Modern & Replica Rifles (perc), Winchester Rifles - Modern Bolt/Auto/Single, Winchester Rifles - Pre-1899 Bolt/Single Shot, Century Arms International (CAI) - Pistols, Colt Automatic Pistols (.25, .32, & .380 cal), Colt Single Action Revolvers - Modern (22 Cal. CALL 816-781-9473. Your email address will not be published. One piece American walnut oil finished stock. It is in its original box with all its papers, and it has not been loaded, much less fired. Continue by removing tang screw (39). Home | Contact De | En | Mobile Login: Home; Blog; RIFLES--> All Rifles. With this in mind, soldiers were often instructed to aim low. Also Dixie Gun Works. Inspect and clean the trigger mechanism thoroughly. The Armi Sport barrels shoot very well but are much heavier than originals. It has a layer of patina on it that could easily be cleaned off to restore the musket to its original armory bright appearance. .58 Model of 1861 Springfield rifled muskets were produced at Springfield Armory and this arm was also the pattern for civilian contractors furnishing muskets to the government. The following only partly answers the OP but here goes anyway. At the end of 1863 most Federal infantrymen were armed with either this musket or the Enfield. info@ssfirearms.com, Factory Replacement Parts for the Armi-Sport 1842 Springfield, Factory Replacement Parts for the Armi-Sport 1861 Springfield, Factory Replacement Parts for the Armi-Sport 1863 Remington Zouave, Factory Replacement Parts for the Armi-Sport British Enfield, Factory Replacement Parts for the Armi-Sport Sharps Rifle & Carbine, Factory Replacement Parts for the Armi-Sport Spencer Rifle & Carbine, Factory Replacement Parts for the Armi-Sport Winchester Hi/Lo Wall, (We will never divulge your email to a 3rd party), Spanish American War Embroidered Insignia, 50/70 REMINGTON ROLLING BLOCK ROTARY EXTRACTOR. "; Finding bayonet that fits ArmiSport 1861 Springfield Portions of the N-SSA official website's Bulletin Board has been closed to the public in the best interest of the association and its members. Still interested in buying this rifle. Congrats again on the find. The .58 caliber musket is 56" overall and the barrel is 40" in length. Remington No. Attachments IMG_9868.jpg Pay particular attention to the barrel, stock and any working parts such as the trigger. It is quite similar to the Model of 1863, and there is a high degree of parts interchangeability between these models. It is unlikely that any of these were available for use in the First Battle of Bull Run. Pull out the firing pin, hammer, and breech bolt. 1863 SPRINGFIELD MUSKET WRENCH, BLACK FINISH A super repro of the Springfield musket wrench. **** * **** Unscrew the bolster screw and remove it from the frame. Excellent working condition. Used reproduction muskets have been getting harder to find over the past several years. Over 1,000,000 Model 1861 rifled muskets were produced, with the Springfield Armory increasing its production during the war by contracting out to twenty other firms in the Union. Unscrew the side plate screws and remove the side plate. ",xxLISuc="Login Successful! The Model 1861 had a general effective range of 200to 400 yards (180370m) but could reliably hit man-sized targets out to 500 yards (460m) when used by marksmen, and used percussion caps which were much more reliable and weather resistant to fire (rather than the flintlocks of the 18th century; the last U.S. flintlock musket was the Springfield Model 1840). 40 inch round barrel with Italian proofs, stamped 1861. Commonly referred to as the "Springfield" (after its original place of production, Springfield, Massachusetts ). Add to Cart. I have two 1861s, an original and the Miroku. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); Be the first to review M1861 Springfield Musket by Armisport. Am taking it to the range as soon as I find some caps! .58 Model of 1861 Springfield rifled muskets were produced at Springfield Armory and this arm was also the pattern for civilian contractors furnishing muskets to the government. That 1861 barrel is pretty thin toward the muzzle. Remove side screws (37) and separate entire lock assembly from stock (36). You can become a Supporting Member which comes with a decal or just click here to donate. . Shipping: $25.00 Accepted Payment Methods: Returns: No Returns This Seller Accepts Instant Online Payments Rifle has been well cared for. I also have an 1863 Miroku. 1861 Springfield Rifle Musket by Armi Sport of Italy, the ultimate in fine shooting military muzzle loaders. Ensure that the musket and the barrel bands are clean and free of any debris or dirt. Price: $550.00 Armi Sport Model 1861 Springfield US Percussion Civil War Rifle Musket, .58 Cal, mfg. These changes included redesigned barrel bands, a new hammer, and a redesigned bolster. xxEmFrnd="Email Friend",xxEFBlr="Let your friends know all about the great deals that are on offer at this site. Push the trigger guard forward to remove it from the receiver. Unscrew the screws and remove the buttplate. Unscrew the two screws that hold the buttstock to the receiver. $500 See Alan Pichan at the 1st Michigan camp sight in Area 4, across from the 110th OVI. You are better off if you don't get involved with either the Colt or Amoskeag reproductions as you won't find any parts for either. This is a replica of the 1861 US Springfield Civil War rifle. loginrefurl=[]; S & S Firearms [6], The Model 1861 was relatively scarce in the early years of the Civil War (many troops were still using Springfield Model 1842 smoothbore muskets and Springfield Model 1816 flintlock muskets converted to percussion cap primers due to better reliability and weather resistance, both in .69 caliber). extraclientfield1required=false,extraclientfield2required=false, Ensure that the bands are flush with the barrel and that the screws have been securely tightened. It was founded in 1958 by Ezechiele Chiappa as Armi Sport. Armi Sport Springfields feature a one piece forged barrel with a Tang screw plug, exactly like the originals. I pm'd my contact info. Hardened and tempered to Rc 38 - 44, these long lasting nipples require hot water cleaning after each day's use, as original. I doubt the original guns were this bad. This piece features a one-piece forged barrel; military style sights; steel butt plate, trigger guard and barrel bands; and a swelled ramrod like the original muskets. [5] It was the most widely used Union Army shoulder weapon during the Civil War, favored for its range, accuracy, and reliability. Unscrew the breech plug and remove it from the frame. If I hadnt found the Miroku I certainly would have kept the Armi Sport and I think I would have been content with it. The Model of 1863 differs from the Model of 1861 in the following particulars: (2) Cone seat reduced in length and cone-seat screw omitted. circa 1980's/90's. This is a fine quality fully functional reproduction that would be great for reenacting or blackpowder shooting. Price is $800 buyer pays actual shipped & handling to the CONUS. The model 1861 Springfield rifled musket was the principle firearm of the Civil War. Brown Bess hunting: carbine vs. full length musket. As a result, many inexperienced soldiers who did not adjust their sights would shoot over their enemies' heads in combat. Even got a bayonet for it. Now I don't know if it is any better than the others on the market. Total unit production is around 60,000 per year. Used reproduction muskets have been getting harder to find over the past several years. 1861 Navy - Uberti: Colt Style. Registered users have access to the entire board once they LOGIN. Next, remove hammer screw (23) and hammer (24). This situation stems from the interchanging of parts after manufacture. 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