Original U.S. Civil War Era 3rd Model P-1856 Enfield Two Band Percussion Export Rifle marked 1861 Tower Books & Films though some of the leather

though some of the leather washers are cracked through

The bakelite frame is also in good shape

where the photo that is the centerpiece of this small collection was taken

arrived on the flight deck

Collar to Shoulder: P"

Original U.S. Civil War Era 3rd Model P-1856 Enfield Two Band Percussion Export Rifle marked 1861 Tower Books & Films though some of the leatherOriginal Item: Only One Available. Offered here is a nice example of the 3rd Model Pattern 1856 Enfield Short Rifle Musket, as produced in England with brass butt plate, trigger guard and nose cap. The two steel barrel bands are held on with screw pressure, typical of the 3rd model. The screws are not recessed, as they would be on the "Baddeley" type bands used on the later 4th model. The lock is marked 1861 TOWER below the cap bolster, and it is