Gun question

[kimhowell65]

My husband's grandfather (yes you read that right!) was in the Civl War—8th Infantry Co C from Limestone Co. Tennessee. My husband has a cousin who has possession of his grandfather's gun (pictures attached below.)
Would it be possible or feasible to have a replica or reproduction of this gun made and if so, could you point me in the right direction?

 

[Grayrock Volunteer]

It would appear that you have a sporterized Pattern 1853 Enfield Rifle-Musket. These are commonly reproduced by Italian companies as well as custom built shooters in the United States.

 

[mofederal]

Hello and welcome to the talk forum from Southeast Missouri located on the banks of the muddy Mississippi River.

 

[ikesdad]

The current made Italian replicas/repros are from Pedersoli and Armi Sport (Chiappa). Formerly, Euroarms (Italy) and Parker Hale (UK) made P53s and can be found on the used market.
Did I leave any out, guys ?

 

[Booner]

My husband's grandfather (yes you read that right!) was in the Civl War—8th Infantry Co C from Limestone Co. Tennessee. My husband has a cousin who has possession of his grandfather's gun (pictures attached below.)
Would it be possible or feasible to have a replica or reproduction of this gun made and if so, could you point me in the right direction?

What's the purpose of the replica or reproduction? That could possibly effect the cost of getting one.

 

[Larryh86GT]

Welcome from WNY

 

[JOHN42768]

Welcome, enjoy

 

[kimhowell65]

Wow!!! Thank you so much!!

It would appear that you have a sporterized Pattern 1853 Enfield Rifle-Musket. These are commonly reproduced by Italian companies as well as custom built shooters in the United States.

 

[kimhowell65]

The current made Italian replicas/repros are from Pedersoli and Armi Sport (Chiappa). Formerly, Euroarms (Italy) and Parker Hale (UK) made P53s and can be found on the used market.
Did I leave any out, guys ?

Gosh thanks so much! I definitely came to the right place to get this figured out!

 

[kimhowell65]

That's a great question. He would LOVE to be in possession of the actual gun but that won't ever happen. I didn't know if it was even possible to come up with a replica much less one that actually fires. That would be over the top cool! But if it's not feasible, I think he would be happy to have one that doesn't.
I'm afraid to ask a guesstimate on what it might cost! Any ideas?

 

[ikesdad]

$500 - $1200 depending if new or used, who made it, and what part of the country.

 

[WJC]

Welcome! A great family heirloom: I can understand why the 'baby can't be cut in half'! Fortunately, a reproduction- or maybe even an actual original- might make a new heirloom for your children.
Join the conversation in some of our threads: new perspectives are always appreciated!

 

[Booner]

That's a great question. He would LOVE to be in possession of the actual gun but that won't ever happen. I didn't know if it was even possible to come up with a replica much less one that actually fires. That would be over the top cool! But if it's not feasible, I think he would be happy to have one that doesn't.
I'm afraid to ask a guesstimate on what it might cost! Any ideas?

I asked the question what's the purpose of the replica or reproduction?
If it has to be a shooter, then any of the Italian imports could do that.
If it's just to be a wall hanger, (non-firing) then this might be your cheapest option. With a little modification it could look like the one in your picture

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B002TKJ0JG/?tag=civilwartalkc-20

 

[ikesdad]

If it were me I would rather have a firing repro like grand pappy had, instead of a non firing zinc wall hanger.

 

[Booner]

While I agree with you, it all depends on your financial situation.

I just thought the lady might be interested in options.

I noticed they didn't get high reviews, but it seemed to me those that were disappointed were expecting a functional gun.

 

[William G Hendry]

Hello Kim and welcome from Ont. Canada . Nice Gun

 

[Lazy Bayou]

Welcome from Mississippi...

 

[kimhowell65]

I asked the question what's the purpose of the replica or reproduction?
If it has to be a shooter, then any of the Italian imports could do that.
If it's just to be a wall hanger, (non-firing) then this might be your cheapest option. With a little modification it could look like the one in your picture

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B002TKJ0JG/?tag=civilwartalkc-20

Oh my gosh! That's totally do-able on the price! I'm going to look around at some of the companies that have been mentioned too. I appreciate your input so much!

 

[kimhowell65]

If it were me I would rather have a firing repro like grand pappy had, instead of a non firing zinc wall hanger.

Oh I KNOW which he would prefer but not sure I can make that happen!

 

[ikesdad]

Oh I KNOW which he would prefer but not sure I can make that happen!

When you look those Denix ones up on Amazon, take a look at the reviews.