Hello, Folks. I recently bought an original 1841 Mississippi rifle, that I have some questions about. I appreciate any comments. I ordered this gun from an on-line antique gun dealer. The lockplate has "US", and 1849 behind the hammer. I can make out "Remington's" in front of the hammer. It has, on the barrel, near the breech(left side)- "JOB", and a "P". What I don't understand is the lack of sling swivels, and no place for them. Someone else has told me that ALL Miss. rifles had sling swivels. This gun was represented as an original period item. It looks almost too good though. I'm going to attempt to attach a picture or two. Thanks for comments.