Originally made during 1861 in limited quantities by the "Springfield" Armory, this replica authentically reproduces one of America's most historical firearms. The 1861 musket was more efficient than the earlier smoothbore muskets used by both sides in the American Civil War. It has a satin finish barrel, stock with three bands, coin finish color steel furniture. The lock is finished bright with U.S. SPRINGFIELD stamping's. It also features a cartouche on the left hand side of the stock and the VP stamping on the top left hand side of the barrel.FeaturesOne of America's most historical firearmsVarious period-correct stampingsWalnut stock