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Lot 1200: Civil War Colt Special Model 1861 Contract Rifle-Musket

Civil War Colt Special Model 1861 U.S. Contract Percussion Rifle-Musket with Bayonet

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: September 8, 2018

Lot 1200: Civil War Colt Special Model 1861 Contract Rifle-Musket

Civil War Colt Special Model 1861 U.S. Contract Percussion Rifle-Musket with Bayonet

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: September 8, 2018

Estimated Price: $800 - $1,200

Civil War Colt Special Model 1861 U.S. Contract Percussion Rifle-Musket with Bayonet

Manufacturer: Colt
Model: 1861
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 58
Barrel: 36 inch round
Finish: bright
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 2597
Item Interest: Average
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 88
Class: Antique
Description:

Colt manufactured approximately 100,000 Special Model 1861 rifle-muskets in 1861-1865 under contract for the Union Army as well as state units and for the commercial market. This example has standard markings and features other than the short two band configuration and "19" marked on the buttplate and comb. It is dated "1863" on the lock and barrel and includes a reproduction bayonet with scabbard and hanger.

Rating Definition:

Good as altered with mostly bright surfaces, some light pitting and patina, scattered scratches and dings, chipping around the lock inlet, and generally crisp markings. Mechanically excellent. The reproduction accessories are near mint.



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