Original U.S. Civil War Springfield M1861 Bridesburg Contract Rifled Musket Converted to Needham Breechloader - dated 1862 Russian Field Gear It is one of the

It is one of the better Japanese Navy Officer sword we have had

for Fleur de ‘Lis in Toronto

and has some etched and gilt designs on one side

though the tip looks to have been ground a bit on both sides

No internal parts will be included but all/most parts are available separately

Original U.S. Civil War Springfield M1861 Bridesburg Contract Rifled Musket Converted to Needham Breechloader - dated 1862 Russian Field Gear It is one of theOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a U. S. Springfield Model 1861 rifled musket, which was later fitted with a Needham Breech loading conversion system, in nice original condition. It still has the spring retained bands used by the M1861, as well as the correct three leaf rear sight. This type of alternation was designed by two brothers, Joseph and George Henry Needham of London, England. Before its alteration from cap and ball to a . 58