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Tower of London Arsenal Pattern 1853 Enfield Rifle-Musket

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The standard British infantry rifle of the Crimean War and Indian Rebellion of 1857. Rumored grease on its paper cartridges triggered the Indian Rebellion when sepoys refused to bite them. Accurate to 500 yards. Used by both sides in the American Civil War, imported in large quantities.

Type: Musket

Action: Percussion

Caliber: .577 cal

Capacity: 1

Year introduced: 1853, United Kingdom

Weight: 128 oz

Overall length: 54"

Status: Discontinued

Military use: Yes

Intended use: military