R.T. Pritchertt Musket??
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I have a R.T Pritchertt Musket. Cap lock. Approximately .59 cal.
The barrel measures 32 1/2" from nipple to muzzel.
The rear sight is ladder type, but has rounded ramps on each side to elevate the sight, before you would have to flip up the ladder.
On the top of the barrel is stamped R.T. Pritchertt 86 St. James St. London. On the side of the barrel are four (I believe) British Proof marks.
There is a bayonet lug on the right side, 4 3/4" from the muzzel to the rear of the lug.
There are two barrel bands. The front band has a sling swivel, but I see no provision for a rear swivel.
There are two large screws that come from the left side to hold the lock mechanisum.
Finally, there are three large screws in the lower tang, which is approximately 5 1/2" long.
Can anyone help me to identify this piece?
Thank you,
Taperloc.
I have a R.T Pritchertt Musket. Cap lock. Approximately .59 cal.
The barrel measures 32 1/2" from nipple to muzzel.
The rear sight is ladder type, but has rounded ramps on each side to elevate the sight, before you would have to flip up the ladder.
On the top of the barrel is stamped R.T. Pritchertt 86 St. James St. London. On the side of the barrel are four (I believe) British Proof marks.
There is a bayonet lug on the right side, 4 3/4" from the muzzel to the rear of the lug.
There are two barrel bands. The front band has a sling swivel, but I see no provision for a rear swivel.
There are two large screws that come from the left side to hold the lock mechanisum.
Finally, there are three large screws in the lower tang, which is approximately 5 1/2" long.
Can anyone help me to identify this piece?
Thank you,
Taperloc.
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I got a reference for a Robert Taylor Pritchett who was in the gunmaking business with his father. They were located at the St. James Street address between 1856 & 1863.
Although your rifle has provision for a bayonet, I don't believe it was ever intended for military issue. The standard Enfield Rifle-Musket of that era had a barrel 7" longer & 3 barrel bands. It probably was made for sale to an English officer as his personal firearm or as a "volunteer" rifle for militia officers?0 -
Hi Taperloc
There was the "Pattern 1861 Short Enfield" aka the "Two-Band Enfield"
which was made in large numbers by many different gunsmiths. These were privately purchased for volunteer units. Your gun could be one of those, but I would not bet heavy money. Could you post picture of the gun?
rcdis0
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