Original U.S. Civil War Springfield Armory Model 1861 Rifled-Musket Converted to Needham Breechloader 17th Century The lower fitting has some

The lower fitting has some dents and the ball end has been crushed due to the weaker nickel alloy used in early models (later ones used steel)

This is the finest replica on the market today

and 32 troopers were captured for 10 days and forced marched 100 km to Plettendorf Germany then were liberated by the 83 Infantry Div

They were supressed after the NSDAP seized power (1933)

Original U.S. Civil War Springfield Armory Model 1861 Rifled-Musket Converted to Needham Breechloader 17th Century The lower fitting has someOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a U. S. Springfield Model 1861 rifled musket, which was later fitted with a Needham Breech loading conversion system, in nice original condition. This type of alternation was designed by two brothers, Joseph and George Henry Needham of London, England. Before its alteration from cap and ball to a . 58 caliber breech loading centerfire system in 1869, this long arm was produced at Springfield Armory in