These rifle-muskets were manufactured for the Union during the Civil War but are most famous for their use by the Fenian Brotherhood during their ineffective raids into Canada. It has generally standard markings and features and is dated "1863" on the lock and barrel. There is a small "C.S.W.' inspection mark in an unusual spot on the top edge of the stock near the breech.

Good with fairly bright surfaces on the barrel, bayonet, and most of the furniture along with some light pitting, darker patina and mild pitting on the lock, and general marks and scratches. The stock is fair with some small chips, a nicely executed large repair at the top of the wrist between the lock and barrel tang, "XXII" cut into the right side of the butt, and mild scrapes and dents. Mechanically fine.