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Apparently 279 (Model of 1863) 3-inch Parrott rifles were accepted from then through 4 September 1865. No evidence has been found that any were manufactured or marked for states or agencies other than the Federal government.” Some Parrott Rifles were ordered by the State of Virginia just before the war, and they were also copied by the Confederacy. They are cast iron and have large reinforcing bands in the breech section. The Parrott rifles earned a dubious reputation for sometimes bursting without warning leading them
to be feared by artillerymen.
This very solid example features three-groove rifling, a tall blade sight mounted on top of the right trunnion, marked “US” on top between the trunnions, “R.P.P.”
(Robert Parker Parrott) on the right trunnion, “3 IN BORE” above the knob, and “900 No 35 1864 W.P.F./ D.W.F. 3 IN.” on the muzzle, which indicates a 900 pound weight, serial number 35, 1864 date of manufacture, manufactured by West Point Foundry, inspection initials of Captain Daniel Webster Flagler, and a 3 inch bore. The consignor states there are about four of these in private hands. Includes later replacement carriage and accoutrements.
CONDITION: Very good with applied black paint, some extensive pitting overall, some paint chips, and legible markings. Carriage is fine with some occasional paint chips and is sturdy overall.
Estimate: 30,000 - 50,000
West Point Foundry in Cold Spring, NY
1863 Parrott Rifle
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Collector’s Fact
Only 279 Model 1863 3-Inch Parrot rifles were accepted by the U.S. Government between February 12, 1864 and September 4, 1865.