Traditions 1862 Richmond Musket Rifle .58 Cal

Traditions 1862 Richmond Musket Rifle

This is a faithful reproduction of the Richmond rifle, the primary percussion musket manufactured by the Confederate States during the American Civil War. It represents a significant piece of firearms history and serves as an excellent platform for both historical reenactment and competitive black powder shooting.

Specifications

• Caliber: .58 (58-caliber)
• Barrel: 40 inches, rifled with 1:68 twist rate
• Overall Length: 56 inches
• Weight: 8.8 pounds
• Stock: Hand-oiled walnut
• Metal Finish: White (bright steel)
• Sights: Fixed military-style
• Trigger: Single trigger
• Action: Percussion cap

Features

The rifle features authentic period-correct construction with a rifled barrel that delivers superior accuracy compared to smoothbore muskets of the era. The 1:68 twist rate is optimized for the heavy conical bullets typical of Civil War service ammunition.

The hand-oiled walnut stock provides both authentic appearance and functional durability. Fixed military-style sights allow for practical shooting without modern adjustments, maintaining historical authenticity.

Competition Ready

This rifle is approved by the North-South Skirmish Association, making it suitable for competitive black powder events and organized reenactments. At 8.8 pounds, it balances historical accuracy with practical handling for extended shooting sessions.

Whether you're interested in Civil War history, black powder shooting sports, or period-correct reenactment, the Traditions 1862 Richmond offers authentic performance and construction.