Dead Real Sinclair Hamilton marked Confederate Imported Enfield Rifle musket dated 1862. These Enfield Pattern 1853 muskets were the foreign arms imported in the greatest numbers during the Civil War by both sides and they have become a hot ticket since it is now possible to identify the Confederate view marks. This is a super example bearing a crisp and legible stamp just above the buttplate tang clearly showing a crown over an -SH/G3- This is identified on page 116 of the new Confederate reference book -The English Connection- as a Confederate view mark of the Sinclair Hamilton firm, and another mark on the offside opposite the lock that is a script -J.C.- in an oval identified on page 117 as another Confederate view mark appearing on almost all -SH/G3- marked arms”. Sinclair Hamilton shipped exclusively to the Confederate states so the marking is highly desirable. The wood has very good edges, typical British light brown color, and excellent wood-to-metal fit. The nipple is broken off. The metal shows a very pleasing thin faded plum patina overall. Both sights are in place. Brass has a mellow patina. All swivels, bands, and an unusual replacement rod are present as well. The rod is unique in my experience. It did not come with this gun when it was shipped, but it appears to have been with it since the Civil War. Clear proofs on left side of barrel 25 cipher 25 cipher. A classic Johnny Reb longarm in great condition. 100% original, 100% complete except for the nipple, and mechanically perfect.100% original, 100% complete, mechanically perfect.

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