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Lot 1352:Tower 1858 Rifle 577 percussion

September 10th, 2016|Rock Island, IL
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Lot 1352:Tower 1858 Rifle 577 percussion

September 10th, 2016|Rock Island, IL
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Exceptional 1863 Dated Civil War Era Tower M1861 Two Band "Enfield" Pattern Percussion Rifle-Musket

This "Enfield" is marked "1863/TOWER" at the center of the lock plate and has the Victorian crown over "VR" at the tail. There are various British proof, inspection, and property marks throughout. The underside of the barrel has some faint markings that include "SCOTT" and "HENRY." The barrel is equipped with five groove rifling, a fixed blade front sight, a stud for a saber bayonet, and a notch and folding ladder rear sight graduated 1-4 on the base and 5-950 on the ladder. It is fitted on a straight wrist stock with primarily brass fittings. Sling swivels are mounted to the front band and the bottom of the stock, and a slotted ramrod is fitted under the barrel.

ConditionExcellent. The barrel retains 98% of the blue finish, and the lock has 97% plus vivid case colors. There are patches of mild oxidation and storage marks. The stock is also excellent and has a few dings and scratches. The lock functions fine and the markings are legible.
Details
ManufacturerTower
Model1858
TypeRifle
ClassAntique
Caliber / Gauge577 percussion
Barrel33 inch round
Finishblue/casehardened
Stockhardwood

Item LocationRock Island, IL
Views2535
Catalog page180
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