Historic military arms occupy a unique place at the intersection of material culture, battlefield provenance, and technical craft. Collectors and historians value original condition, clear markings, and documented service; the piece below offers all three, pairing combat history with solid armory-era construction.

MUSKETEER RIFLES U.S. PARKERS SNOW & Co. GETTYSBURG ID’d .58CAL RIFLED MUSKET

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Provenance and historical significance

This musket is NSN and dated 1863, positively ID’d to Corporal David C. Laird of Company A, 4th Michigan Infantry—wounded on July 2 in the Wheatfield at Gettysburg and who later succumbed to his wounds. The butt-plate engraving “D.C. LAIRD/CO.A” and the documented mention in Gregory A. Coco’s book provide strong provenance that elevates its value to historians and serious collectors.

Technical assessment and condition

Key features to note:

• Caliber: .58 — the standard rifled musket caliber of the era, offering authentic period ballistics and compatibility with reproduction ammunition for static display or controlled firing in sanctioned events.
• Barrel: 40″ armory bright rifled barrel — bright finish indicates armory-level care; bore is described as very good with only minor frosting in the grooves.
• Markings and dates: Lock plate dated 1863 and butt-plate engraved with soldier ID tie the piece firmly to mid-1863 service.
• Wood and metal condition: Stock in good plus condition with two visible cartouches; scattered surface oxidation on metal and minor combat wear are consistent with battlefield use and age.

Why .58 caliber matters

.58 caliber rifled muskets delivered the range and wound ballistics that defined mid-19th century infantry engagements. For collectors, an original .58 rifled bore in very good condition increases historical authenticity and long-term preservation value.

Category: Single Shot — this context helps collectors place the piece among similar era arms for comparative valuation.

Price: $18,500.99 — a figure that reflects verified Gettysburg provenance, armory barrel, dated lock plate, and overall preservation. View product details and pricing

Collector recommendations

For museums and advanced collectors, this musket offers authenticated Gettysburg linkage and display-ready condition. Maintain controlled humidity, minimal handling, and consult a conservator before any cleaning. To confirm availability and purchase options, Check current availability.

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