The Pattern 1853 rifle-musket has a long legacy as a dependable infantry arm from the mid-19th century. For collectors and defensive history enthusiasts looking for a firearm that blends battlefield provenance with practical condition, this example stands out for its markings, functioning lock, and original brass furniture.

BRITAIN/ENGLAND PROBABLE CONFEDERATE BRITISH PATTERN 1853 RIFLE-MUSKET

Key features and provenance

This BRITAIN/ENGLAND PROBABLE CONFEDERATE BRITISH PATTERN 1853 RIFLE-MUSKET carries strong documentary and physical clues tying it to Sinclair, Hamilton & Company sales and likely Confederate service. The barrel bears Birmingham proofs of crown/25/crown/25/crown followed by a J, while the lock is stamped 1862/TOWER with a crown—period markings that matter to serious buyers. Two oval S/HC stock stamps and a stamped name, J.A. GRIFFIN, further reinforce manufacturing and unit-level provenance. The piece is offered at $4500.99; Shop this product to examine the listing and high-resolution images.

Barrel, caliber, and performance considerations

39″ round 577 caliber barrel

This rifle-musket’s 39″ round 577 caliber barrel retains a good bore with strong rifling—traits that translate to the period-correct ballistic performance collectors and reenactors expect. The 577 caliber ball produces substantial momentum at historical ranges and benefits from the rifling for improved stability over smoothbore muskets. As a Single Shot percussion arm, it performs as intended for display, educational shoots with black powder protocols, and preservation-focused collectors.

Condition notes and tactical assessment

Metal has been cleaned bright with light-to-moderate pitting around the bolster; the rear sight spring screw is absent. Brass furniture and the stock are reported very good with no chips or cracks and only light use marks. The buttplate tang is marked 22 and the action functions correctly—important when evaluating operational authenticity and safety for supervised demonstrations. For full condition photos and specifics, View product details and pricing.

Collector value and practical use

Listed under the Single Shot category and attributed to Britain/England manufacture (model: Various), this rifle-musket combines clear provenance and solid condition—traits that support its valuation at $4500.99. It is best suited to collectors, museums, and supervised historical demonstrations rather than modern defensive roles. Check current availability and purchase options on the shop page where buying is facilitated through the retailer: Check availability.

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