Original U.S. Civil War Springfield M-1863 Rifle Converted to M-1866 Trapdoor Using 2nd Allin System - dated 1865 French & Indian War after which they requested several

after which they requested several changes to the design suggested by Major George W

to stimulate competitive shooting amongst members of the HJ

There is no lifting of any plating

Helmet 3- Features an original hand painted 89th Infantry Division insignia

The round officer's buckle is constructed of die struck aluminum

Original U.S. Civil War Springfield M-1863 Rifle Converted to M-1866 Trapdoor Using 2nd Allin System - dated 1865 French & Indian War after which they requested severalOriginal Item: One Only. This is something we don't see everyday! This rifle started out as a Civil War Springfield Rifle Musket, dated 1863, made by SPRINGFIELD ARMORY, as indicated on the lock plate. There is also the "Spread Eagle" over U. S. marking, indicating military production. This particular rifle started life either as a Model 1861, or a Model 1863, Type II, sometimes called the model 1864, though it was produced prior to that. These both