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Potts & Hunt was one of the many commercial makers who made P53 rifle-muskets for sale to private buyers,
and also to arms dealers on both sides in the American Civil War. Many had commercial proof marks on
the barrel of the Worshipful Company of Gunmakers in London, and no British government or military marks,
it is this style that was made for commercial sale (not under contract from the British government, or for
the British military).
The 1853 3-Band Enfield Musket saw
extensive service during the Civil
War. This replica has all the
features of the original including
the one piece, oil finished American
walnut stock; original style barrel
bands and blued barrel. The Enfield
is accented with brass butt plate,
trigger guard and nose cap as per the
original. The "V" style
mainspring in the percussion lock and
military style sights compliment this
fine musket.
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