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Another Confederate issued Enfield Rifle. While more complete, this gun has a smooth bore, a broken tang and a broken off nipple. There is a cut-a-way on the left butt stock which had a plaque installed. It has been removed but I surely would like to have known what was on it. The lock on this gun is dated 1863 and it has its original ramrod, swivels and rear sight. Just in front of the butt plate tang, it is clearly stamped with an Anchor over S. This is one of the Confederate inspection marks. There is also a Birmingham Small Arms Trade cartouche on the right side of the butt stock. To my knowledge, the 1863 date, the Birmingham Small Arms Trade cartouche and the Anchor/S are correct together. A little attention to the breech plug and the broken nipple would get this one back up and running. SOLD!!