Original U.S. Civil War Springfield M-1863 Converted to M-1868 Allin Trapdoor Rifle in 1870 with Bayonet & Tool - Serial 5505 MG 34 The bed roll was attached

The bed roll was attached externally (see Sleeping Bag Straps)

There is definitely some fouling and oxidation

is referenced from Muster Rolls obtained from the National Archives

It has a faint O

Original U.S. Civil War Springfield M-1863 Converted to M-1868 Allin Trapdoor Rifle in 1870 with Bayonet & Tool - Serial 5505 MG 34 The bed roll was attachedOriginal Item: Only One Available. Now this is a real peach! This rifle started out as a Civil War Springfield Rifle Musket, dated 1863, made by SPRINGFIELD ARMORY, as indicated on the lock plate. There is also the "Spread Eagle" and U. S. marking, indicating military production. This particular rifle looks to have been made during the change over from the Model 1863 Type I to Type II, as while it has the 1863 date, it has the solid bands held in