Traditions 1842 Springfield Musket Rifle Kit .69 Cal. 42 Barrel

Overview

Traditions 1842 Springfield Musket Rifle Kit .69 Cal. 42 Barrel Features: Used during the 19th century the 1842 musket rifle was first made in smoothbore and then later a with a rifled barrel to allow for use of the newly developed Minie Ball. It was the first US musket to be produced with a percussion lock and was superior to the flintlock since it was more reliable and resistant to weather. This rifle was used during the American Civil War. Traditions 1842 Springfield Musket Rifle Kit .69 Cal. 42 Barrel Specifications: Caliber .69 CALIBER Barrel 42 BARREL Rifle Stock HAND-OILED STOCK Twist Rate RIFLED BORE Authentic Metal Ramrod YES Overall Length 58 OAL Ignition PERCUSSION Trigger SINGLE TRIGGER Open Sights ADJUSTABLE REAR & FIXED FRONT SIGHT Rifle Weight 10.6 LBS Traditions Warranty YES