A CIVIL WAR BRIDESBURG U.S. MODEL 1861 RIFLE MUSKET. 40 in., .58 caliber rifled barrel with two leaf rear sight, 'V/P' over eagle's head proof marks at the breech, the top marked '1862'; the lock plate tail marked '1862' and with a spread wing eagle and 'U.S./BRIDESBURG' in front of the cock; walnut stock with no visible cartouches; iron furniture including butt plate marked 'US' on the tang, trigger guard, barrel bands with inspector marks, nose cap, with sling swivels and steel rammer. Overall lg. 56 in. Condition: Barrel toned to brown with light surface oxidation; lock toned to mottled brown; stock has scattered dings and dents, action functions properly. For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com For further information about this lot please visit the lot listing