Original U.S. Civil War Springfield M-1863 Rifle Converted to Robert's Patent 1867 Breechloader British Uniform During December 1944

During December 1944

Overall length is 25 inches

The hilt knuckle bow is all brass

In short they removed the Safety catch and changed the butt plate and re-stamped the receiver as a COST CUTTING expedient

this rifle was part series of these Rifles issued to the 2ND NEW YORK VOLUNTEERS

Original U.S. Civil War Springfield M-1863 Rifle Converted to Robert's Patent 1867 Breechloader British Uniform During December 1944Original Item: Only One Available. This is something that we have not had before! This rifle started out as a Civil War Springfield Rifle Musket, dated 1864, made under contract by NORWICH, as indicated on the lock plate. There is also the "Spread Eagle" over U. S. marking, though it is worn, indicating military production. This particular rifle is technically a Model 1863, Type II, and these were made with solid bands, and band retaining springs,