Original U.S. Civil War Springfield Model 1861 Philadelphia Contract Rifled Musket with New Jersey Surcharges - Dated 1862 Manufacture Type_Original Items however most has flaked off

however most has flaked off

which is a replacement)

The frequently missing liner chinstrap is intact and unbroken

Barrel Length: 11 5/8 Inches

Measuring 16 ½" x 13 ½"

Original U.S. Civil War Springfield Model 1861 Philadelphia Contract Rifled Musket with New Jersey Surcharges - Dated 1862 Manufacture Type_Original Items however most has flaked offOriginal Item. Only One Available. For years the US M 1861 Contract Rifle Muskets with locks marked Philadelphia have been a conundrum for collectors, and while certainly a scarce addition to any collection of US military Civil War long arms, their actual origin has been somewhat shrouded in mystery and confusion. In fact, various references have different opinions as to exactly what a Philadelphia marked musket is and who actually manufactured the