Historic Arms & Militaria
Description:
U.S. Model 1861 Contract Watertown Rifle Musket, c. 1864, .58 caliber, walnut stock with steel fittings, lock marked "U.S./WATERTOWN" in front of the cock, dated "1864" on the tail, breech marked "1864" on the top flat, and on the side "V/P" over an eagle, barrel lg. 40, overall lg. 56 in.
Estimate $1,500-2,000
1861 contract with the 1863 modifications, stock has a few dings and nicks, the hammer has some spotting, the lock functions properly, and the bore is crisp and bright.
Items may have wear and tear, imperfections, or the effects of aging. Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Skinner shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
Keywords
United StatesChristopher D. Fox
Vice President
Director, Historic Arms & Militaria
Associate Deputy Director, American Furniture & Decorative Arts
508-970-3200