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Fine Condition, Very Scarce M1861 .58 Caliber Percussion Rifled Musket, New York 1862, with Period ID to William Bunting, 1st ...
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Fine Condition, Very Scarce M1861 .58 Caliber Percussion Rifled Musket, New York 1862, with Period ID to William Bunting, 1st New Jersey Infantry. The US government contracted for 5,140 of these arms with Sarson & Roberts of New York, with most of the parts subcontracted to Alfred Jenks & Son of Philadelphia . The anomalous markings on these guns indicates that some, if not most, were furnished to states rather than the federal government. Produced in 1862 and 1863 the attrition rate on these weapons was very high. All metal smooth with deep crisp lock markings, the barrel completely devoid of marks as is often encountered on this contract, butt plate also unmarked. Rear sight retains much of the original blue, .58 caliber rifled bore excellent - perfect. Retains the original brown leather sling. Wood excellent just showing honest wear with a few dents and one small chip behind the nose cap. No inspectors' marks, again as often encountered on this contract. Deeply branded just forward of the trigger guard "W. Bunting". Bunting enlisted in the 1st New Jersey June 4, 1861, was captured at Salem Church, Va. May 3, 1863 and paroled October 30, 1863. He subsequently re-enlisted in the 1st Veteran Volunteer New Jersey Battalion, was shot through the thigh in the assault on Petersburg April 2, 1865 and discharged for disability August 17, 1865. This weapon was most likely issued to him on his return from parole in October of 1863. Complete with extensive records. A scarce Civil War rifled musket with a superb history.Auction Info
2008 November Signature Civil War Auction #6015 (go to Auction Home page)
Auction Dates
November, 2008
20th-21st
Thursday-Friday
Bids + Registered Phone Bidders: 5
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