Book 1861 springfield rifle

It was the first rifled shoulder weapon to be produced on such a large scale. Ill apologize in advance for the pictures, but thought it might allow you to give me a ballpark idea of worth. Model 1861 and 1863 riflemuskets, which were based on a modification of the earlier model 1855, were produced in great quantities throughout the civil war. The regimental quartermaster original muskets and pistols. Lamson, produced an additional 50,000 model 1861 special muskets. The war between the north and south remains the most bloody conflict in american history with over 625,000 souls claimed. Springfield model 1861 percussion rifle musket nra museums.

The 1861 springfield was the most widely used weapon during the civil war. Allin, springfields master armorer, designed a method for converting many of these. More efficient than the earlier smooth bored muskets used by both sides in the american civil war. The rifle is pictured and described on page 77 of that book, as figure 21. Get the best deals on civil war rifle when you shop the largest online selection at. Reproduction leather sling for m1861 springfield reproduction leather sling for m1861 springfield and contract muskets. Fine us springfield model 1861 rifle musket dated 1862. Civil war muzzleloading riflemuskets were obsolete by the end of that conflict, and many were sold as military surplus. During the civil war over 1,5000,000 of the 1861 pattern rifle muskets were produced by the springfield national armory and 2 private contractors. Prewar production of rifle muskets at springfield had averaged about 800 per month, but by the end of 1861 output had increased 10 fold to nearly 7,500 per month. By the end of 1863, most federal infantrymen were armed with either this musket or the enfield.

You will be pleased to prepare and issue properly packed for presentation to the danish government, two springfield rifle muskets with copper cartridges for each. A brand new quality book from a fulltime veteran owned bookshop in business since. Model 1863 musket combination tool original civil war. Colt special model 1861 contract riflemusket nra museums. This kit is approved by the northsouth skirmish association nssa. Civil war rifles 18611865 the warfighter infantry combat. Springfield rifle musket 0705 1861 colts patent arms co. It was similar in several respects to the socalled m.

A handsome, durable and accurate rifle, the model 1861 was the most widely produced american military long arm to that time. The springfield model 1870 was one of several model trapdoor springfields, which used the trapdoor breechblock design developed by erskine s. Although colt was the largest single manufacturer of these arms, other contractors, including amoskeag and e. United states model 1861 springfield rifle musket as manufactured by the united states armory at springfield, massachusetts, and various private contractors daniel b.

By the end of 1863 most federal infantrymen were armed with either this musket or the enfield. His family took great care of the rifle, keeping it cleaned and oiled, because they actually used it. Springfield 1884 trap door 4570 with bayonet made in 1889. The model 1870 was a minor improvement to the springfield model 1868, and retained most of the model 1868s features note. From the little bighorn to san juan hill, by john langellier, osprey publishing, oxford, u. An exhaustive listing and discussion of the manufacturers of the 1861 springfield rifle musket. Entries are listed below in alphanumeric order 1toz. The springfield model 1861 was a minietype rifled musket shoulderarm used by the united states army and marine corps during the american civil war. Shooting and discussing the classic 1861 springfield rifle. The model 1863 was only a minor improvement over the springfield model 1861. An interesting description of the maynard tape system and why it was abandoned for the 1861 model. In 1865, he was issued the first patent for what would. The model 1861, with all of its variants, was the most commonly used longarm in the. So you would still have a funtioning gun but with a really shot barrel.

Civil war rifled musket shooting into a landscaping timber and page book. This is a book aimed at the specialist, not the general audience, but it is definitive, and, for the student of civil warera longarms, essential. Gun parts, uniforms, accessories, books, insignia for civil war, indian war. The rifle was produced in springfield massachusetts, which is where it got its name. Load for 1816 and 1863 springfields shooters forum. Springfield model 1870 may also refer to the the springfield rolling block u.

Pr1019 1861 springfield rifled musket dixie gun works. There are a total of 45 civil war rifles 18611865 in the military factory. The gun was obviously very tastefully cleaned at one time as evidenced by a few small areas of roughness, but it was done correctly. Springfield 1861 us percussion rifle rifles for sale. The model 1863 was a minor improvement over the springfield model 1861. This weapon was purchased at auction from the estate of james drennan who served as a lieutenant in the 25th massachusetts infantry. While difficult to find during the early civil war years, it became the first rifle produced at such a large scale and its popularity continues today. The model 1861, with all of its variants, was the most commonly used longarm in the american civil war, with over 700,000 manufactured. It was made in 1889 and includes the hard to find bayonet and rear sight.

This musket shows clear signs of many campaigns but remains completely functional, and the hammer locks in. All that is necessary is to cut away the barrel on the top at the breech and. The most widley used rifle during the civil war, the 1861 springfield was a favorite due to its reliability, accuracy, and range. Commonly referred to as the springfield after its original place of production, springfield, massachusetts, it was the most widely used u. This 58 caliber reproduction percussion rifle has a 40 barrel with a 1 in 48 twist. Brand new oversized laminated hardcover limited printing expanded 2nd edition with 90 page bonus section and 660 incredibly detailed photos 284pp tables drawings signed by larry yantz still in shrinkwrap. I thought it particularly pathetic that an epochal rifle such as the 1861 springfield remember, the title of the book is 1861 inclusive didnt receive even an. Springfield armory model 1861 percussion riflemusket singleshot muzzleloading black powder ball ammunition on april 12, 1861, southern militia fired on fort sumter in charleston harbor, south carolina. The 1861 springfield was one of the principle firearms of the civil war. Drennan was born in ireland and eventually settled in worcester, 52644. With high quality, premium finish on the wood and metal as well as handoiled stocks, this kit is perfect for parents and children, groups, or other organziations to do together. Im trying to help an email acquaintance determine the worth of some fireearms he has.

While difficult to find during the early civil war years, it became the first rifle produced at such a large scale and its popularity. The original rear sight was removed and a western style buckhorn sight was added. Over 700,000 springfield model 1861 rifles produced civil. While difficult to find during the early civil war years, it became the first rifle produced at. Model 1861 springfield rifle musket whisker, james hartzler, daniel yantz, larry on. Roughly 700,000 springfield rifles were produced between 1861 and 1865. Know the gun, but would point you to a search fo civil war reenactors to find out more about value. It was professionally modified to carbine size and ended up in indian hands. M1861 springfield armi sporteuroarmspedersoli m1861 springfield for a sidebyside comparison of how our defarbed m1861 springfield compares to an. Reproduction leather sling for m1861 springfieldreproduction leather sling for m1861 springfield and contract muskets. Model 1865 rifle in the tojhusmuseet arsenal museum, copenhagen, denmark. May 12, 2009 kind of an update here, today i went down to a local barnes and nobles and picked up the book the gun digest book of firearms. Armi sport 1861 springfield muzzleloading rifle 58 cal.

Civil war muskets and riflesfall creek suttlery lds. With the abandonment of the harpers ferry armory too close to the confederacy, the union had only the springfield armory to try to meet the. Apr 16, 2018 shooting and discussing the classic 1861 springfield rifle. The model 1870 was a minor improvement to the springfield model 1868, and retained most of the model 1868s features. By the end of 1863 most federal infantrymen were armed with either this musket or. An ordnance letter dated april 18, 1866, to the commanding officer at the springfield armory states. Original m1884 4570 springfield cadet rifle, sn 554600. Springfield rifles antique for sale guns international. Fakes and reproductions and while reading it, it stated that one of the better guns you can pick up for reenacting is the 1861 springfield armi sport which can be found at cabelas so tomorrow im gona head up there and see if that is the gun im looking for here and if. Have been told that the form of proof mark on the musket denoted second quality but have not been able to confirm that with any reference book, but have seen it with many other n. Is definitly civil war issue colt special model 1861 rifled musket, with lock and barrel date of 1862. The muskets were soon found to be extremely heavy and not very accurate in comparison with the. Over 700,000 springfield model 1861 rifles produced. There are a total of 45 civil war rifles 1861 1865 in the military factory.

I myself have such a gun, a cs richmond musketoon made from an 1861 springfield, its basically a sawedoff 1861 musket. Ive had nothing but good luck and shot pretty much nothing but. It was favored due to the reliability, accuracy, and range this rifle provided. As such, it is sometimes classified as just a variant of the model 1861. Originally made during 1861, in limited quantities, by the springfield armoury, this replica, authentically reproduces one of americas most historical firearms. The springfield model 1861 was the standard rifle used by union infantry during the civil war. Traditions 1861 springfield musket kit is an authentic, true reproduction. One of them is this original 1861 springfield musket. Army rifle was manufactured in 187172 by springfield armory, using the design originated by remington arms company, under a royalty agreement. The cracked wrist is held together with wood screws and originally was covered with hide. United states model 1861 springfield rifle musket as. Model 1861 springfield riflemusket hardcover august 5, 2008 by larry whisker, james hartzler, daniel yantz author. Allin, springfield s master armorer, designed a method for converting many of these. It has a 32in barrel and will make a fine addition to your collection.

Kind of an update here, today i went down to a local barnes and nobles and picked up the book the gun digest book of firearms. This is an all original springfield 1884 trap door. These were made in1986 and this one remains new and perfect in wooden presentation case. The american civil war had begun, and armies began to form in both the north and south. Over 1,000,000 model 1861 rifles were produced, with the springfield armory increasing its production during the war by contracting out to twenty other firms in the union.

Army weapon during the civil war, favored for its range, accuracy, and reliability. I was shooting 70 grains of powder, a 412 grain miniball, sized to. Rentschler acquired the rifle directly from the estate of colonel john h. You can see the metal is decent no signs of large areas of patina aka rust. Flag images indicative of country of origin and not necessarily the primary operator. Model 1861 and 1863 rifle muskets, which were based on a modification of the earlier model 1855, were produced in great quantities throughout the civil war. United states model 1861 springfield rifle musket as manufactured by the united states armory at springfield. Civil war, joseph rider experimented with several breech loading weapon designs.