1863 Trenton Rifle

[gew8805]

Patrick, I do have to ask, where is the "piston" on a M1861 Rifle Musket?

And ncblksmth1, the answer is an empahtic "No!" The breachplug is never removed unless serious repair is required and then should only be done by an experienced gunsmith. The gun can be more than adequately cleaned with the plug in place.

Also, what are the markings on your lockplate?

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[ncblksmth1]

Also, what are the markings on your lockplate?

Markings on the lock: 1863 to the left of the hammer, "US Eagle" to the right and US over Trenton.
Markings on the barrel: V/P on side with eagle head. N.J. on a lower flat and 1863 on the upper flat. There is a Rp stamped on the bottom of the barrel and one more small mark I cant make out.