Original U.S. Civil War Springfield 2nd Allin System Converted M-1866 Trapdoor Rifle with Bayonet & Scabbard - dated 1863 MG 13 During their tour of duty

During their tour of duty the Group flew 337 missions in 9

Measures 16" x 23"

The Iron Barrel is also marked "J

The inside of the cap is lined orange oil-cloth style fabric

The sword is a separate piece

Original U.S. Civil War Springfield 2nd Allin System Converted M-1866 Trapdoor Rifle with Bayonet & Scabbard - dated 1863 MG 13 During their tour of dutyOriginal Item: One Only. This is something we don't see everyday! 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" over U. S. marking, indicating military production. This particular rifle started life either as a Model 1861, or a Model 1863, Type II, sometimes called the model 1864, though it was produced prior to that. These both