1861 US Springfield.

[highpower3006]

I just bought this 1862 dated '61 Springfield. The 1861 model Springfield was the primary arm used during the Civil War with over one million having been produced. I must say that I feel humbled when I hold it and think about the history it has been through.

Was it at Gettysburg? The Wilderness? A great many of these were captured by the Confederates and used against the Union, so it could have been on either side of so many battles.

 

[Modernhoglegs]

Nice find

Nice gun.
It is in pretty good condition judging fro the pics

 

[1stmar]

Looks like fantastic condition given the age. Plan on shooting it?

 

[Hawg]

Its a shame somebody cleaned all the patina off of it. Nice one tho. Better make sure its not loaded if you plan on shooting it.