P-1853 & Snider type Lock with Side Screws: Grade 1 Hand Select:Yes these are ready to display

these are ready to display

IMA does not recommend restoration of these antique firearms into "shooters" and any attempt to do so should be inspected by a licensed gunsmith before firing

which is how some were originally issued

Very good condition shows some use/fading and many show Maker's name

Later new brighter pea-green shade was introduced

P-1853 & Snider type Lock with Side Screws: Grade 1 Hand Select:Yes these are ready to displayOriginal Item: The P 1853 . 577 cal Percussion Rifle was also known as the legendary Three Band Enfield. This extremely popular and rare model was the first rifle to become standard issue in the British Army. The P 1853 changed military tactics with its capabilities; imported extensively for use in the U. S. Civil War. A very rare opportunity to own a significant piece of military history that greatly affected wars on three continents. These P 1853