Antique Enfield Percussion Rifle 19th Century

Name: 1858 Enfield Musket/ Rifle 1st Essex Volunteers
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1080470
Price: 575 GBP
Availability: InStock

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ObjectAntique Firearms
Period19th century
StyleVictorian Military
MaterialWalnut, Steel, Brass
ColourDark Brown
MotifsPercussion lock mechanism, Walnut stock, Ladder rear sight, Brass trigger guard
SizeH 20 cm (8 in) x W 140.5 cm (55 in) x D 5 cm (2 in)

This mid-19th century Victorian military Enfield musket rifle dates to 1858 and originates from the 1st Essex Volunteers. The firearm consists of a dark brown walnut full stock paired with a steel barrel, a brass trigger guard, a brass fore end tip, and a brass butt plate. Visible hardware includes three steel barrel bands, a single steel swivel, a percussion lock mechanism, a hinged ladder rear sight, and a tang engraved with regimental markings. The lockplate bears a crown and VR stamp alongside the 1858 date, while the barrel and the right side of the butt feature broad arrow and inspection stamps, accompanied by sold out of service marks. Measuring 20 cm high, 140.5 cm wide, and 5 cm deep with a 99 cm barrel, this solid firearm suits placement above the mantel in a gentleman's library. The design provides a striking focal point for interior display within a traditional study or living space. Collectors and enthusiasts of military history will appreciate the authentic period details and markings visible along the wood and metal surfaces. The piece integrates seamlessly into existing firearm displays or antique collections focused on British military heritage.

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Introduced in the mid-nineteenth century, the Enfield percussion rifle replaced earlier smoothbore muskets in British service. Its rifled barrel allowed for far greater accuracy and effective range, making it a pivotal military longarm during the Victorian era.

These rifles were primarily constructed with a solid walnut wood stock, forged iron or steel barrels, and brass or iron fitments such as trigger guards, buttplates, and nose caps.

Authentic pieces feature specific lockplate markings, such as a crown motif and manufacturing date, alongside Ordnance proof marks stamped along the barrel and regimental unit markings on the stock or brass buttplate.

An antique longarm is best mounted horizontally as architectural wall art above a fireplace mantelpiece, within an office or study, or inside a curated display case among traditional militaria.

Store the item in a stable environment with controlled humidity to prevent rust on iron components and cracking in the walnut stock. Periodically apply microcrystalline wax to metal and timber surfaces using a soft cloth.

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