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High Condition British Pattern 1853 Enfield Tower Rifled Musket

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High Condition British Pattern 1853 Enfield Tower Rifled Musket
Made in England by Tower in 1860. These were often used by both the Union and Confederacy during the American Civil War. Blued 33" round rifled 577 caliber barrel with blade front sight, rollercoaster rear sight graduated to 1100 yards with side lug for Saber bayonet. Barrel has correct British Proof marks at breech with percussion ignition. Case-hardened percussion lock marked with "1860" date over "Tower" and "Crown/V.R." at rear of lock. Action is controlled by standard plain trigger. Standard full Military hardwood stock with brass furniture and two blued barrel bands. Comes with correct steel ramrod. CALIBER: 577. FFL STATUS: Antique.
CONDITION
Overall 98% with left side having some dings from possibly a belt buckle. Excellent bore and mechanics. Very hard to improve upon.