Historic Arms & Militaria
Description:
U.S. Model 1855 Springfield Rifle Musket, c. 1857, .58 caliber, walnut stock with steel fittings and a brass nose cap, lock marked "U.S./SPRINGFIELD," dated "1857" on the tail, breech marked on the top flat "1864" and "V/P" over an eagle, barrel lg. 40, overall lg. 56 in.
Estimate $2,000-4,000
Stock has a few dings and nicks, some scattered dark spotting on the lock and breech, the lock functions properly, and the bore is good and sharp.
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