The Springfield Model 1861 rifle-musket was the primary weapon used by the Union infantry during the Civil War. This example is dated "1862" on the lock and barrel, standard "Eagle/Shield" motif and "U.S./SPRINGFIELD" markings on the lock ahead of the hammer, and two cartouches are on the left stock flat, including that of Master Armorer Erskine S. Allin. Includes a U.S. socket bayonet and leather scabbard with a half circle maker's mark "R. NECE/PHILAD." (Reuben Nece & Co. of Philadelphia) and below that a circled mark "F. A. SNIFFEN/U.S/ORD. DEPt/SUB INSPECTOR" (Frankford Arsenal inspector).

Exceptionally fine, retaining most of the original national armory bright finish. There is some very light patches of scattered surface pitting on areas of the barrel and on the lock. The rear sight retains 85% of its original blue finish mixed with mottled brown patina. The stock is very fine with some scattered light scratches, dents, and handling marks, a small chip at the front of the lock, a chip above the left flat, and crisp cartouches. Included bayonet is excellent with a fine lightly aged leather scabbard showing some light edge wear and cracks. Mechanically excellent.