The Model 1841 6-Pounder Field Gun was used in both the Mexican-American War and the American Civil War. More than 850 of these field guns were accepted by the U.S. government by 1862. The Model 1841 6-Pounders were critically important to the American victory at the Battle of Buena Vista against superior numbers. Artillery under future Confederate general Captain Braxton Bragg was ordered to fire double canister shot by General Zachary Taylor who reportedly called out: "double shot your guns and give 'em hell." By the time of the Civil War, newer artillery had been adopted such as the Model 1857 Napoleon 12-Pounder Field Gun as well as howitzers. Union forces largely used the newer artillery, but Confederate artillery units continued to rely on many of the older guns throughout the war. The tube is marked "US" on top by the trunnions, and the latter are marked "N.P. AMES/FOUNDER/SPRINGFIELD/MASS." (right) and "1842" (left). The bore is approximately 3.67 inches wide at the muzzle and 57 1/2 inches in length. It is mounted on a Paulson Bros. Ordnance reproduction carriage with accoutrements.

Fine with attractive verdigris green aged patina overall on the gun along with mild wear appropriate to its age and use and general mild wear on the carriage including some oxidation on the wheel tires.