Dobie1
Cadet
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- Apr 15, 2021
Hello all. I recently acquired an 1861 Springfield rifle at the local consignment auction and I have questions for you experts. The back two barrel bands have the "U" facing the butt of the gun. Is it a big deal to reverse for a klutz like me? The original rear sites have been poorly replaced (you can see daylight under the sites on profile view. The ramrod is wrong and not sturdy. Instead of preserving the gun "as is", I'd prefer to look for original parts. Any suggestions on where to look for original ramrod & site? If I cannot find them, are there reproduction parts that look good enough?
FYI: The local auction had it listed as "Old musket wall hanger". I was high bidder for a whopping $320.
Thanks for any and all advice!
FYI: The local auction had it listed as "Old musket wall hanger". I was high bidder for a whopping $320.
Thanks for any and all advice!