Two historically significant rifles have been donated to our Chapter to sell.

These are a pair of “three band” British Enfield calibre .577 black powder percussion cap rifles. Both were manufactured at the famous Tower Arsenal in London. Both are complete and all original in Antique “Good” condition with brass butt plates, trigger guards and nose caps.

The first rifle is a rifled musket bearing the date of 1860. The “’60” is difficult to read. It’s 1” wide web sling is of later manufacture.

The second rifle is clearly dated 1857 and is a smooth bore in equally Antique “Good” condition. A vintage leather sling is likely non-original.
Both rifles are sound mechanically with strong main springs and easily have the potential of becoming “shooters” after good bore cleaning/polishing. Both rifles have original ramrods.

Very large numbers of “three band” Enfields were used by both Union and Confederate armies during the US Civil War, 1861-1865. It is not know if either rifle saw such service.

These rifles are available for inspection at Imbert and Smithers in San Carlos. Will be sold to the highest bidder, $800 per rifle minimum bid. Bid closes January 31, 2012.

Jannie is a long-time donor and member of the San Francisco Bay Area Chapter. You can help him celebrate 30 years of special African hunts!