Special units called Forest Rangers were formed to fight rebels in the bush but after their first expedition into the bush covered hills of the Hunua ranges, south of Auckland, most Enfields were returned and replaced with a mixture of much shorter and lighter, Calisher and Terry breech loading carbines, and Colt Navy .36 and BeaumontAdams .44 revolvers. Dixie Gun Works They were made for export and used by both sides. This model (the 4th) was originally made too late to have been fielded in the American War. The Enfield 1853 rifle-musket is highly sought after by US Civil War re-enactors, British Military firearms enthusiasts and black powder shooters and hunters for its quality, accuracy, and reliability. The list of CIVIL-WAR PERIOD ENFIELD PATTERN 1853 TOWER 1863 PERCUSSION MUSKET, .577 caliber, barrel with Birmingham proofs at rear and standard long range sight, lock with royal crown at rear and "1863/TOWER" at center, walnut stock with brass cap, three iron barrel bands, brass buttplate and trigger guard. This greatly reduced the gun's potency and effectiveness, as did replacing the variable distance rear sight to a fixed sight. 2. I am haveing trouble posting pictures of the musket, as soon as I figure out how to post the pictures I will. pg.9, Arms and Ammunition of the British Service; Maj. C.J. Got a little range out back, make some smoke & noise with it. Enclosed are photos of a firearm that I inherited from my late father-in-law. Our Price: $4.95 Compare. 1853 U.S. - Answered by a verified Firearms Expert 39", .577/.58 caliber rifled barrel marked on the top of breech with multiple Government Inspector's marks and fitted with long range rear sight. Auditions are open to the entire student body, grades 9-12. The Anchor S stamp is very sharp and clear and is stamped in the wood in front of the buttplate tang. Well, just picked up another neat musket and need some help identifying some of the proofs, etc. CONFEDERATE ANCHOR/S-Marked Enfield Tower 1863 Percussion Musket Blockade Runner BSAT Cartouche Description: CONFEDERATE ANCHOR/S-Marked P53 Enfield Tower 1863 Percussion Musket Blockade Runner BSAT Cartouche of the Birmingham Small Arms Trade.
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