Enfield P53 3 Band Rifled Musket
£750.00
Out of stock
Description
This here is a fine example of an 1857 Enfield rifle.
Used by the British Empire the quality comes to no surprise. As with all their weapons from this era, the rifle is strongly built and still in a fantastic condition.
The rifle is a 3 band and uses the percussion lock system as was common before cartridge based guns were largely introduced in the following decades.
The P53 was used by the British Empire from 1853 to 1867 and also proved quite popular with the Confederates during the American Civil War.
This rifle in particular was manufactured in 1857, as is clearly stamped, with the stamping of ‘TOWER’ under the date. TOWER refers to the manufacturer and means that this rifle would have either been made in Birmingham or London by a contractor for the British Empire.
Overall the condition is great with only a few signs of age to be seen. The wood is for the most part fully intact, though the odd scuff, crack and dent can be seen throughout. The lock mechanism is still functioning and the cleaning rod is present under the barrel. Besides the expected signs of age, the metal parts of the gun both brass and barrel are in a fairly decent state, with the stamping on the panel being nice and clear with the exception of the site which has a small piece snapped off.
Truly an absolute treasure that would look great on display or in a cabinet.
Additional information
| Weight | 8 kg |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 139 cm |
