1837 brunswick rifle

The whole of the order was, therefore, put out to the trade in London at a charge of 38s per rifle. The Brunswick was a significant technological improvement over the Baker Rifle that had seen use in the British rifle brigades and battalions for the previous three decades. No FFL, C&R or any license is required to possess, transport, sell or trade Antique guns. The Black Wolf Pro, a superb combination of modern styling and rigorous engineering standards, features attractive and sturdy pedestal-style legs, a leg stretcher and foot levelers. In fact the accuracy (or rather inaccuracy) of the rifle was such that during the last years of production the multi-leaf rear sight was abandoned for a fixed sight, with the Board of Ordnance feeling that the adjustable sight was unnecessary for the rifle or the rifleman! This rare and historic 1st pattern Brunswick was once carried in the hands of the elite riflemen belonging to the 1st Battalion of the legendary60th King's Royal Rifle Corps or(KRRC). The rifle was similar in appearance to the original eleven-grooved model but it now incorporated the Brunswick rifling made to a caliber of .654 in. While the CH / 1 is nearly obliterated by the hole from the old collection tag, I am quite sure that I can make out its remnants. While there is no way to be sure, I do know that obsolete Confederate purchased P-1851 Mini Rifles and Brunswick Rifles were among the arms captured at Port Hudson, LA. There are a few minor age cracks, but the wood is very solid, and still retains a fair amountof originalfinish orvarnish mixed with dark patina from yearsof usage andmany morein storage. Maj. Dundas and the Woolwich Committee were not so enthusiastic. Congratulations, Cleaned up real nice for sure. You are using an out of date browser which is likely incompatible with our website. The addition of the period carved initials and the wear of the gun all suggest that this gun was most certainly part of the 2,020 Brunswick rifles purchased by the Confederacy, and the apparent wear, use and initials suggest further that this gun was one of the 1,400 that actually made it through the Blockage to be used by Southern troops. The Buttplate of the early Brunswick had the brass plate fixed to the stock with pins that went through the stock aligning with the mounting brackets of the stock interior. Confederate Brunswicks:There isdocumented proof that the Confederacy used the Brunswick rifle during the Civil War. The rifle was designed to accept a sword type bayonet which mounted by use of a bayonet bar, similar to the design of that used on the Baker rifle. How to "slug" a barrel for an P-1837 Brunswick Rifle . However, they were made in England, like their P 53 Enfields but they have Nepalese marking on them. Hawg, I looked it up on Wiki after I posted that.then promptly forgot to edit my thread.lol! The Brunswick had a two groove barrel designed to accept a "belted" round ball. The bore is very good, It has never been shot by me, The rifle and bayonet is all I have. In an age of smoothbore flintlocks, it had a .70 caliber bore with deep two groove rifling allowing it to be relatively accurate up to 300-400 yards. Those brought into the U.S. during the Civil War proved problematic and a make-shift fix was found using a large hollow-skirt Mine ball for operations. The Baker was a flintlock rifle with a slow twist 7-groove barrel. long and a knuckle bar. Some of those ended up in the hands of units such as the 26th Louisiana Infantry, which was partly equipped with Brunswicks during the Siege of Vicksburg. Atlanta Cutlery had a bunch of these which came from Nepal. The60th seemed to take good care of this rifle as there is very little evidence of pitting or abuse. Wow! . There are 2 sling Swivels, and an original Iron Ramrod, retained by 2 brass pipes. Your entered maximum bid will not be disclosed to the seller or other auction pa P-1837 Brunswick 2 Groove Rifle with Sword Bayonet, Untouched # 600831 Manufacturer part number: NB1013U $594.95 or 4 interest-free payments of $148.74 with Discontinued Out of stock OVERVIEW Sold Out The Brunswick 2 groove rifle was the first British percussion military rifle to succeed the famous Baker flintlock of the Napoleonic era. The new rifle resembled the older Baker in that it did not employ barrel bands, but rather had a key fastened stock and had a heavy bar on the right side of the barrel for the mounting of a saber bayonet. Pasted as rich text. the P-1853 Enfield. Are there any markings indicating who made it? Since mine was made in Nepal the rifling was hand cut so I will just be shooting the .69 Cal round ball. Lovell experimented with a variety of rifling systems for what would become the new Brunswick rifle, and finally settled upon a 2-groove bore of .704 caliber that used a belted ball to insure a tight mechanical fit between the ball and rifling. Page 3 of 4. The Clive mark is that of Birmingham barrel maker who worked from 1814-1832, becoming Clive & Son in 1832 and remaining in business through 1869. Unfortunately a hole in that location has mostly obliterated the mark. I don't have the trigger guard to photograph as it's at the TIG welder to get a screw hole plugged so I can reloacate a screw. The stock is cracked at the wrist and part of the front end is missing on the left side. Clear editor. The back-action was case hardened and the ramrod was polished bright. For questions or accessibility help - please call (908) 903-1200. Please see our. Title 18, U.S. Code, Section 921(a)(16) defines antique firearms as all guns manufactured prior to 1899. The replacement IMA sent me for free is MUCH better made, so I guess the first one was just a crappy one that slipped through QA/QC at the factory in India. The interior of the lock is inspected with a (CROWN) / 12, and the hammer neck is inspected (CROWN) / 5. The Black Wolf Pro is available in 7, 8 or 9 with pocket or gully options. Everything for sale on ima-usa.com is completely legal to own, trade, transport and sell within the United States of America. Has its original brass buttplate and has a repro nose cap and patch box cover that needs to be fitted/attached. This 1st Pattern Brunswick rifle is a real piece of history and innovation. These Brunswick Rifles almost certainly saw combat less than a month later at the Battle of Iuka, MS (September 19, 1862) and again soon after at the second Battle of Corinth, MS (October 3-4, 1862). Our Brunswick rifles date from the earlier back action design and come complete with all the correct early model features. Interested in gun and sword. We assume no liability associated with misuse of our products. These are stable, mostly invisible and mentioned for total accuracy. The tang screw shows no mating mark and the top of the patch box shows a mismatched mating mark of \ \ / /, suggesting it was replaced during the Barnett refurbishment of the gun for sale to Confederacy. $430,000. Please read on, it will be well worth your time! The Baker Rifle was a highly effective rifle for its time, especially when coupled with the tactics pioneered by the Rifle Corps. Original Item: The first British Percussion Military Rifle to succeed the famous BAKER Flintlock Rifle of the Napoleonic era was originally intended to have eleven groove rifling. I remember something about the oval rifling now you bring it up . According to the Gorgas Summary of Small Arms Purchases made by Caleb Huse, some 2,020 Brunswick Rifles were purchased by the south at a cost of 54 schillings each. Best of all, it is marked "1st 60th" on the top tang of the buttplate which is a story in itself. Overall, its still in NRA Antique Very Good condition with lots of character, age, and patina, mixed with original finish on both the metal and the wood. Not eligible for payment with Paypal or Amazon. You are correct . Also has original sword bayonet, both the rifle, bayonet are very rare. By placing an order, the buyer represents that he/she is in compliance with the law and will utilize the items in a lawful manner. Amazingly, despite the wear and minor damage to the stock it remains solid and full length with no major repairs or significant structural issues. The first of these were 0.654 inches (16.6mm) caliber. The Volunteer pattern, smaller bore guns have stamped inventory numbers, and the extant examples range from #207 through #1065. Is that a flip sight on the rifle and you got any info on it ? Wish I was up more on this . The lock functions quite well with a very strong hammer that locks up well on both half and full cock positions. The stock does not appear to have been sanded and still retains relatively good lines and edges, with any rounding or softening of the edges being the result of real world use, not modern abuse. Each rifle retains its original flip rear sights, and heavy steel bayonet bar on the right side of the barrel to carry a brass hilted sword bayonet. Be the first to know of our latest discoveries and exclusive offers. All orders are subject to acceptance by IMA Inc, which reserves the right to refuse any order. The initials G and H are nicely crosshatched on the reverse of the stock and the number 10 is less artfully carved there as well. 4 MK1 303 British w/ 400 rds new 303, N.I.B. We assume no liability associated with misuse of our products. In January of the following year, it became apparent that 600 of these would be required urgently for Col. Browns Battalion of the Rifle Brigade and that the Enfield factory would not be able to supply them in time. In 1836 the British military officially adopted the percussion cap to replace flint as the ignition system for small arms, although it would be 1839 before a new infantry musket using the percussion system would be officially approved and start to be issued in any quantity. "Professing themselves to be wise, they became fools" The Apostle Paul in Romans 1:22. These nine examples vary in features and caliber, with some being .704 2-groove military rifles (both 1837 and 1844 patterns) and some being smaller bore volunteer models. Slightly cleaned. and Fore Cap are all brass. Purchased up three antique firearms at an estate auction. Hall Model 1819 U.S. Breech Loading Rifle fitted with a 32 5/8 inch round barrel with rifled bore, walnut stock, and is .54 Cal. This pattern of sight was never mounted on British military Brunswick rifles and to my knowledge is only found on British military Brunswicks with Confederate purchase provenance. Sold Out. Best of all, it is marked "1st 60th" on the top tang of the buttplate which is a story in itself. Original Brunswick P-1837 Rifle Bayonet Bar $39.95 Original Antique EIC Percussion Rifle and Musket Combination Tool From $29.95 Universal Heavy Canvas Musket and Rifle Sleeve- Fits Guns up 60 Inches in Length $19.95 Original Brunswick P-1837 Musket Side Screw From $19.95 Original Brunswick P-1837 Two Groove Rifle Side Screw Escutcheon $14.95

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