Collectors and shooters who value authentic Civil War-era hardware will appreciate rifles that combine battlefield provenance with sound mechanics. Whether for living history, range display, or as a tactile piece of military heritage, an original-pattern musket offers unique handling and presence that modern replicas can’t fully replicate.

ENFIELD CONFEDERATE PATTERN 1853 ENFIELD MUSKET .577CAL is an authentic NSN piece circa 1861 with a .577 caliber, 39″ round commercial proofed barrel. The barrel and iron parts show a plum-brown to grey patina with light surface oxidation at the wood line, and the lock plate is stamped “Parker Field & Son’s/London.” The bore is partially bright with areas of frosting and pitting in the rifling; the stock remains in very good condition with expected nicks, dings and scratches. Notable Confederate markings include a “CONFEDERATE ‘CROWN’/SHC” inspector stamp at the heel, a circled “IC” cartouche on the left flat, and “CSA” stamped in front of the trigger guard. Action functions correctly — a compelling example for historians and shooters alike. Shop this product

Design, Caliber, and Practical Considerations

The .577 caliber of this musket is a large-bore, black-powder round historically favored for stopping power and straightforward ballistics in smoothbore and rifled infantry arms. For range work, expect heavy recoil and the deliberate loading routine of a single-shot, muzzle-loading pattern. Its 39″ round commercial proofed barrel retains period proof marks and the visible rifling condition (with frosting and some pitting) affects accuracy expectations — great for period-accurate shooting and demonstration drills rather than modern precision competition.

Provenance and Markings

The Parker Field & Son’s lock plate and the suite of Confederate inspector stamps (CONFEDERATE “CROWN”/SHC, circled “IC”, and CSA forward of the trigger guard) make this piece significant for collectors. The serial/stock inventory AL9815 ties the rifle to documented provenance, increasing its historical value. As a Single Shot category firearm from Enfield, it represents an important chapter of arms manufacturing history.

Price is listed at $5000.99 — a market-appropriate figure for original Confederate-used pieces in this condition. For purchase options and to confirm current inventory, View product details and pricing.

Why This Example Matters

For an Enfield collector or an interpreter who needs a functional period rifle, this example balances condition and authenticity: functioning action, intact stock with expected wear, and clear Confederate inspection marks that tell a story. As a Single Shot historic firearm, it’s best used in supervised, safe environments where muzzle-loading procedures and local regulations are observed.

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