Approximately 255,000 Model 1863 Type II, also known as Model 1864, rifle-muskets were manufactured in 1864-1865. These Type IIs are nearly identical to the Model 1863 Type I before it, but now with spring retained barrel bands and typically with a simplified single leaf rear sight. These rifles are significant in the history of U.S. martial arms, as they armed Union troops and saw widespread use in the latter years of the Civil War. They are the last U.S. regulation muzzleloading arm. "1864" dated at the tail of the lock with the eagle and shield motif and "U.S./SPRINGFIELD" at the center. "1864" dated on top of the barrel at the breech with "V/P/(eagle head)" proofs on the left quarter. The left stock flat is marked with two crisp bordered script inspection cartouches including that of Springfield Master Armorer Erskine S. Allin. "US" marked buttplate tang. Includes a "US" marked socket bayonet. Provenance: The Bob Noske Collection; The David Aroh Collection; The Greg Lampe Collection

Exceptionally fine, exhibiting highly attractive armory bright iron surfaces with only very light freckling, 98% original blue finish on the rear sight, 98% plus vibrant original case colors on the lock and hammer, a few small patches of minor pitting on the buttplate, and absolutely sharp edges and markings in the metal overall. The stock is also excellent with attractive raised and feathered walnut grains, rich oil finish, distinct edges overall, professionally enhanced/filled in edges behind each of the barrel bands, some occasional light handling marks, tight fitment around all the edges where the wood meets the metal, and exceptionally crisp cartouches. Mechanically excellent. Included bayonet is excellent. This outstanding example of a U.S. Springfield Model 1864 rifle-musket would be an upgrade in any Civil War collection!