Produced circa 1862-1865, with "1863" dated components. Blade front and three leaf rear sights, with "STEEL H.S.L", "V/ P/ eagle head" and "1863" at the barrel breech and the side mounted bayonet lug at the muzzle. The lock plate is dated "1863" behind the hammer, with "eagle/ shield/ U.S.", "REMINGTON'S / ILION, N.Y." and "L" in front. The barrel is blue, casehardened lock and hammer with all brass mountings. Smooth straight grip stock, with a tulip head iron ramrod, "BH" and "HDJ" cartouches on the left side flat, a "B" marked brass patch box with extra nipple and a "U.S./ L" marked brass buttplate.

Near mint in unissued condition, with a few very minor dings on the barrel and pressure dents and dings on the otherwise excellent plus stock. The markings are crisp and clear. Mechanically excellent.