Hello,
I recently acquired what appears to be a 1863 smoothbore Enfield musket. Caliper measure of the bore is approximately .75 inches.
It uses a 4 wing musket cap, and it does fire a wad. Overall Length is about 40". Also, would anyone know the correct powder charge? I tried 60 grains but with that charge the wad covered the breech hole, preventing ignition.
Any help with telling me what size ball to use or identification is appreciated.
A deer with no eyes.
I recently acquired what appears to be a 1863 smoothbore Enfield musket. Caliper measure of the bore is approximately .75 inches.
It uses a 4 wing musket cap, and it does fire a wad. Overall Length is about 40". Also, would anyone know the correct powder charge? I tried 60 grains but with that charge the wad covered the breech hole, preventing ignition.
Any help with telling me what size ball to use or identification is appreciated.
A deer with no eyes.
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