Remington Model 1862 "Zouave" Rifle

American Civil War

.59 caliber. 33" barrel. NSN. Blued finish, brass furniture, walnut stock. Single shot percussion muzzleloading rifle with M1858/61 hybrid rear sight, M1855 rifle front sight, saber bayonet lug, brass patchbox, sling swivels and tulip head iron ramrod. Standard markings on lock, markings mostly obliterated by pitting on the barrel. Traces of a cartouche on the flat. Includes an incorrect pattern reproduction sling. {ANTIQUE}

This lot is located in Cincinnati.

Condition
Fair. Bore poor, heavily rusted and pitted with only traces of rifling. Metal heavily oxidized, barrel with moderate to heavy pitting. Mechanically functional lock. Wood well worn, sanded and refinished with a major repair to the upper rear of the lock area and around the tang. Otherwise with scattered bumps, dings and mars.