#327 • Rifled percussion musket, Model 1861-E. Robinson

Part of 1st Annual Sportsman's Auction - Tan Gallery Part 2 (timed auction by K and B Auction)

High bid $575.00

Status: Sold

Rifled percussion musket, Model 1861, subcontract E. Robinson, arched style address, 1864, .58cal. The Model 1861 was the primary musket at the start of the Civil War. Musket was designed as a single shot, rifled, muzzleloader utilizing the .58 cal. elongated minie ball. Springfield Armory supervised the manufacturing and distribution of the Model 1861 musket. In order to fulfill shortages, production was sub-contracted to a number of private manufacturers, Edward Robinson New York, NY produced 24,000-30,000 muskets under the subcontract (sources vary on amount). Manufactured by Edward Robinson New York, NY. Marks: Lock is marked 1864 behind the hammer, with eagle over US and E. ROBINSON / NEW YORK (arched style) in front. Barrel is marked VP over eagle head. Buttplate is marked US. Three bands each marked U. Model features: Musket was designed as a single shot .58 cal. rifled muzzleloader featuring iron buttplate, C shaped hammer, bolster with clean out screw, two leaf sight, iron trigger guard, three flat barrel bands held in place with springs, tulip head ramrod with bulged shank and threaded end, iron nose cap. The overall condition is good. Dark patina throughout. The action is strong. Own the original! This is a legitimate antique and not a reproduction. Barrel is 40 inches. Caliber: .58 Percussion BP