Included in this lot is a Navy Arms U.S. Springfield Model 1863 black powder musket. This reproduction rifle was manufactured during the 1970's. This Model 1863 has variation II features like the band springs and rear sight. This musket utilizes a 40" round barrel marked on the left "Japan 3549" and on the top "Navy Arms Co. Ridgefield N.J. U.S.A." The rifle is made by Miroku in Japan. The stock is made of straight grain European walnut and shows fair condition. The locking plate also is marked "U.S. Springfield - Navy Arms Co. Ridgefield N.J. U.S.A. - 1863." The rifle shows a a nice gray patina on the barrel and locking plate. Rifle comes with the original bayonet. Serial Number: 3549. This is a black powder rifle and does not require FFL Transfer or NICS Background Check.
Condition
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