RICHMOND 1862 TYPE III MUSKET RIFLE
By Davide Pedersoli & Co., Italy
These rifles were produced at Richmond, starting in 1862, with machinery liberated by the Southern forces from Harpers Ferry arsenal. Based on the US 1855 model musket rifle it was one of the most popular rifles used in the Civil War. This percussion rifle has a satin finished frame and barrel, polished brass fitting, round barrelsling swivel and walnut stock.
Caliber: .58 Grooves: 3 Twist: 1:72 Barrel: 39 3/4" OAL: 56" Weight: 10.25 lbs.
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