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L.G. & Y. 1861 Musket .58 Cal NVSN

Currency:USD Category:Firearms & Military Start Price:100.00 USD Estimated At:200.00 - 450.00 USD
L.G. & Y. 1861 Musket .58 Cal NVSN
The firm of Lamson, Goodnow & Yale of Windsor, VT and Shelburn Falls, MA made approximately 50,000 Special Model 1861 Contract rifled muskets between 1862 and 1864. Each year features a distinctly different lock plate marking. This example dated 1862 with the lock plate stamped "L.G- & Y. WINDSOR-VT” in block letters with "U.S." and American eagle above. There is also an eagle stamped on the bolster (Feint) and the date “1863" horizontally behind the hammer. Single-shot muzzle-loading 40" round barrel of .58 caliber secured by three barrel bands to the walnut full stock; the bands secured by screws as opposed to springs on the regular M1861. The hammer also distinctly different from that on the M1861. Iron mounts with sling swivels on forward end of the trigger guard and on the middle band. “US” stamped on butt plate tang and "V P" eagle head proof on lower barrel, feint but readable. Correct ramrod present, 3 leaf rear sight The metal parts now have a dark patina; the barrel mostly smooth, but with pitting at the breech and around the nipple. There is a large crack through the wrist, needs repair. Overall length 56". This musket undoubtedly saw action in the Civil War, as it shows all the features of a well-used piece carried in the field.
NRA Condition-Fair/Stock. Antique Firearm.