springfield 1861???

[jayveesea]

hello,

i was wondering if anyone could help identify if the musket i have acquired recently is the real thing or some other variant. it was pretty rusty when i received it so it is possible that some markings are gone or i have not discovered them yet. the part that puzzles me is the lock plate says "1861 US SPRINGFIELD" but i don't see any eagle (unless it wore off???). here are some pictures...

Dropbox - P1020421.JPG ...but plate with "US"
Dropbox - P1020422.JPG ...back of but plate
Dropbox - P1020423.JPG ...back of lock plate
Dropbox - P1020424.JPG ...lockplate
Dropbox - P1020428.JPG ...end of barrel

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