47,115 Model 1855 rifle-muskets were manufactured at Springfield Armory between 1857 and 1861, and another 12,158 were produced at Harpers Ferry. They were widely used in the early years of the Civil War. It has the standard markings (1859 on lock and barrel tang) and features including the transitional iron forend tip but no patch box. Removable collection marking on the trigger guard. Includes a "US/S/(inverted)A9" marked socket bayonet.

Fine, showing mostly bright metal overall. The lightly sanded and reoiled wood is also fine and has a few minor dings and chips and one faint cartouche and one restamped cartouche. Mechanically excellent. The bayonet is fine showing a bright grey patina and some light pitting.