{"product_id":"original-u-s-civil-war-springfield-model-1863-type-ii-percussion-rifled-musket-with-bayonet-dated-1864","title":"Original U.S. Civil War Springfield Model 1863 Type II Percussion Rifled Musket with Bayonet - Dated 1864","description":"\u003cp\u003eOriginal Item: Only One Available. The Springfield Model 1863 rifled musket is a .58 caliber rifled musket produced by the Springfield Armory between 1863 and 1865. The Model 1863 was a minor improvement over the Springfield Model 1861. As such, it is sometimes classified as just a variant of the Model 1861. The Model 1861, with all of its variants, was the most commonly used longarm in the American Civil War, with over 700,000 manufactured. The Model 1863 also has the distinction of being the last muzzle-loading longarm produced by the Springfield Armory.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Model 1863 was produced in two variants. The Type I eliminated the band springs and replaced the flat barrel bands with oval clamping bands. It also featured a new ramrod, a case-hardened lock, a new hammer, and a redesigned bolster (percussion chamber). Several of these modifications were based upon Colt's contract model 1861, known as the \"Colt special\". 273,265 Type I variants were manufactured in 1863.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Type II is sometimes referred to as the Model 1864, but is more commonly referred to as just a variant of the Model 1863. This version re-introduced band springs, replaced the clamping bands with solid oval bands, and replaced the three leaf rear sight with single leaf sight. A total of 255,040 of these were manufactured from 1864 to 1865.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy the end of the Civil War, muzzle-loading rifles and muskets were considered obsolete. In the years following the Civil War, many Model 1863 muskets were converted into breech-loading \"Trapdoor Springfields\". The breech-loading weapons increased the rate of fire from 3 to 4 rounds per minute to 8 to 10 rounds per minute. The Model 1863 could be converted to breech-loading for about $5, at a time when a new rifle would cost about $20. The conversion of Model 1863 rifles therefore represented a significant cost savings to the U.S. military.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis lovely patinated type II 1863 however escaped conversion, and is presented for sale in the original Civil War era configuration, complete with an original bayonet! It is dated \u003cstrong\u003e1864\u003c\/strong\u003e on the lock plate tail, and also has a clear \u003cstrong\u003eFederal Eagle\u003c\/strong\u003e stamped into the lock to the left of \u003cstrong\u003eU.S. \/ SPRINGFIELD\u003c\/strong\u003e, indicating production at the \u003cem\u003eUnited States Armory and Arsenal at Springfield\u003c\/em\u003e, in Springfield, Massachusetts. There has been powder burn and cleaning around the breech area, which has removed the original date on the barrel. The left facet still bears faint\u003cstrong\u003e V \/ P \/ Eagle's Head\u003c\/strong\u003e proofs, and the rear sight still has both leaves present, but is frozen. The eagle stamping on the cap bolster is also pretty much gone, with only traces visible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe metalwork overall shows a peppery oxidized patina, showing long exposure light moisture, which is present overall. The one piece walnut stock still is in very good condition, with a lovely polished glow from years of cleaning and possibly waxing. There are some dents and dings, as well as some more recent scuffs and gouges that have exposed the unfinished wood. We elected to leave these as is, as they are part of the history of the piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis gun is fitted with the correct type II single leaf rear sight, and has the correct Type II solid bands retained by springs. The butt-plate is stamped \u003cstrong\u003eU.S.\u003c\/strong\u003e as per regulation, however the barrel band markings cannot be read due to the patination. It has a tulip shaped ramrod that does not have an enlarged shank, and both sling swivels are present and move easily. The included socket bayonet is also in good shape, with some light pitting and staining on the stained finish. We have left this intact to preserve the history and patina. It locks correctly onto the muzzle of the rifle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA very nice example, offered in nice condition recently acquired from an old collection, shows a bit of age but very presentable in any U.S. Civil War collection. Ready to display!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications (Musket):-\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYear of Manufacture: 1863\u003cbr\u003eCaliber: .58\"\u003cbr\u003eCartridge Type: Minié Ball and Powder\u003cbr\u003eBarrel Length: 40 Inches\u003cbr\u003eOverall Length: 56 Inches\u003cbr\u003eAction type: Side Action Lock\u003cbr\u003eFeed System: Muzzle Loaded\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications (Bayonet):-\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlade Length: 18\"\u003cbr\u003eSocket Length: 3\"\u003cbr\u003eBlade Style: Triangular\u003cbr\u003eOverall length: 21“\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNOTE: International orders of antique firearms MUST be shipped using UPS WW Services (courier). USPS Priority Mail international will not accept these. International customers should always consult their country's antique gun laws prior to ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Original Items","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41983021908037,"sku":"ONSV23CWC20","price":1695.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1524\/1342\/files\/ONSV23CWC20__01.jpg?v=1724881912","url":"https:\/\/www.ima-usa.com\/products\/original-u-s-civil-war-springfield-model-1863-type-ii-percussion-rifled-musket-with-bayonet-dated-1864","provider":"International Military Antiques","version":"1.0","type":"link"}