Original U.S. Civil War Model 1861 Contract Rifle Musket by William Muir & Co., 1864 Dated, Shortened Barrel MP 40 often worn over a concealed

often worn over a concealed iron skullcap or secrete

This stamped sheet steel construction helmet retains much of its original paint but does show honest wear and use

The peak of the cap has a machine embroidered cap eagle

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Original U.S. Civil War Model 1861 Contract Rifle Musket by William Muir & Co., 1864 Dated, Shortened Barrel MP 40 often worn over a concealedOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is an original U. S. Civil War Model 1861 contract rifle musket manufactured by William Muir & Co. of Windsor Locks, Connecticut, with an 1864 dated lock. It remains in its original muzzle loading percussion configuration and retains clear maker markings, three U marked barrel bands, a U. S. marked buttplate, its original pattern tulip ramrod, and visible three groove rifling. The barrel has been shortened to