Tallbald
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I speak only of loose powder weapons. No repeaters like the beautiful Henry lever gun, which was quite expensive for the time I'm told. Just interested in understanding about those long guns the common draftee or volunteer foot soldier would have and hold dear. I've done some reading and have often wondered this. Yes, I would need to decide "North or South". I read there's a fair amount of overlap though.
What long guns were most commonly encountered during the clash that ripped our nation apart? I'm pretty familiar with revolvers of the time, but this interest in long guns of the conflict is newish for me. My beloved spouse Penny has given me Minnie balls found when turning soil for tobacco plots in Butler County, KY by her father. Their .58 caliber (?) size is alarming to contemplate.
Don.
What long guns were most commonly encountered during the clash that ripped our nation apart? I'm pretty familiar with revolvers of the time, but this interest in long guns of the conflict is newish for me. My beloved spouse Penny has given me Minnie balls found when turning soil for tobacco plots in Butler County, KY by her father. Their .58 caliber (?) size is alarming to contemplate.
Don.