1863 Remington Zouave rifle

**Benny** · 11-27-2012 09:25 AM

I'm looking at a 1863 Remington Zouave rifle and don't have a clue of what would be a fair offer to its' owner.

It is in very good condition, no visible cracks or rust. The only thing I noticed is that the 3 tier sight must have come off as it appears to be glued on by maybe Super Glue.

The rifle even has the extra nipple in the stock under the brass hinge plate.

Any response would be appreciated. Thanks.

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**Badger** · 11-27-2012 09:34 AM

I don't know much about them personally, but here's some research information ..

Muskets, Model 1863 Zouave

Cabela's was selling replicas, but they are now sold out..

Cabela's: Civil War - 1863 Zouave

This guy was selling one in his catalog for $1,795.00

Civil War Antiques (Dave Taylor's) May Webcatalog

Here's a video of someone shooting theirs …

Hope this helps…

Regards,
Doug

**Patrick Chadwick** · 11-27-2012 10:44 AM

Originally Posted by Benny

I'm looking at a 1863 Remington Zouave rifle and don't have a clue of what would be a fair offer to its' owner.

If it is a shooter, then from $2000 upwards. And do NOT buy any Civil War stories. It may be known as the Model 1863, but it seems that it was all over by the time the "Zouaves" got to the troops!

**Badger** · 11-27-2012 11:02 AM

Originally Posted by Patrick Chadwick

And do NOT buy any Civil War stories.

Why not?

I was there!!!

Well, I remember back when .....

Regards,
Doug

**gsimmons** · 11-27-2012 11:03 AM

I don't think they were ever issued. I think they were sold off from storage without seeing any service.

**gsimmons** · 11-27-2012 11:08 AM

I was at Winchester. And can prove it too.

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**Badger** · 11-27-2012 11:15 AM

Originally Posted by gsimmons

I was at Winchester. And can prove it too.

With the average reported age demographic of members here being over 60, nothing surprises me anymore ...

Regards,
Doug

**villiers** · 12-01-2012 11:17 AM

Originally Posted by Badger

With the average reported age demographic of members here being over 60, nothing surprises me anymore ...

Regards,
Doug

The relative youth of most members of the forum has regularly surprised me.

**Patrick Chadwick** · 12-02-2012 05:14 PM

Originally Posted by Benny

1863 Remington Zouave rifle I'm looking at a 1863 Remington Zouave rifle and don't have a clue of what would be a fair offer to its' owner.

OK, enough fun posts - did you get it?

**Benny** · 12-05-2012 08:33 AM

No. s part of an estate and one relative doesn't want to sell it. Benny

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