Original U.S. Civil War Era British P-1853 Three Band Enfield Style Rifle- Untouched Ordnance while later in the 1980’s

while later in the 1980’s the small calibre

The flintlock mechanism is marked with a "Crown over G

The blade still retains original engravings and some gold inlay including the maker's name and address

After heartfelt farewells to his army he is led off to exile on Elba

Original Item:Only One

Original U.S. Civil War Era British P-1853 Three Band Enfield Style Rifle- Untouched Ordnance while later in the 1980’sOriginal Item: This is no "battlefield pickup". The P 1853 . 577 cal Percussion Rifle was also known as the legendary "Three Band Enfield". This extremely popular and rare model was the first rifle to become standard issue in the British Army. The P 1853 changed military tactics with its capabilities; imported extensively for use in the U. S. Civil War. A very rare opportunity to own a significant piece of military history that greatly affected wars