1863 Remington

[Reid1003]

How do you tell if a rifle was military issue? and or its value?

 

[Bob Owen]

Books and studying and handling original weapons over a period of years. Ask the experts and reliable dealers of these weapons. I suggest getting a copy of Fladerman's Guide To Antique American Firearms for a start.

 

[Southron]

Generally American military rifles will have a "U.S." on them and most likely an eagle stamped on the lockplate.

As for values, they are constantly changing on the collector's market.