Only 700 of these rifles were manufactured in the early 1860s, and all but 100 were purchased for use by the U.S. Navy. Most of the rifles were used to arm Marine guards aboard ships, and some were used on gunboats on the Mississippi River. This one has no inspection marks suggesting it was one of the few sold on the open market, but was still likely privately purchased for use in the war. It is has standard markings and features.

Fine as arsenal refinished, retaining 60% blue finish mixed with some smooth brown patina and an aged patina on the brass. The lightly sanded and reoiled wood is very fine with some scattered minor dings and chips and a repaired hairline crack on the left of the forearm. Mechanically very fine.