Pedersoli 1861 Springfield Complete Specs and Full Gun Specifications

An upgraded version of Springfield’s Model 1855 without the Maynard tape priming system, the .58-caliber Springfield 1861 rifled musket set the standards for performance, reliability and accuracy that similar firearms had to meet. Demand for the gun was so high that it overwhelmed Springfield Armory’s production capabilities and the company had to contract work out to at least 20 other manufacturers. More than 700,000 were made between 1861 and 1865, and production continued until 1872 with the total number manufactured estimated at 1,000,000. The gun fired the deadly .58-caliber Minie ball projectile. But the power of the 1861 Springfield rifle musket, combined with the performance and aerodynamic shape of the Minie ball, enabled skilled marksmen to engage targets out to 1,000 yds. Union troops that trained with the gun had a goal of being able to consistently hit targets inside 500 yds. and fire three shots per minute. By late 1863, most of the North’s regular army units were supplied, at least in part, with the firearm. Obtaining arms was a challenge for the South throughout the war, and 1861 Springfields captured in battle were quickly pressed into service by the Confederacy. The 1861 Springfield rifle musket was extremely popular with troops. It was durable, easy to maintain and stood up to harsh battle conditions well. Pedersoli’s fully functional replica of the 1861 Springfield rifled musket has features that are true to the original design. It has period-accurate factory markings, a 40" barrel with satin finish, a handsome hardwood stock with three bands and coin-finish-color steel furniture. The lock is finished bright with "U.S. SPRINGFIELD" stampings.
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out of 10
20 Positive, 0 Mixed & 0 Negative
from 20 Reviews
Retail Price:
$973.70
Used Price:
$681.59
Sale Price:
$681.59

Product Specifications

Brand Pedersoli
Category Rifles
Caliber .58 Caliber
Finish Brown/Tan
Gun Type Rifle
Length 56"
Sights Military Style
Barrel Length 39.75"
Capacity 1

Pedersoli 1861 Springfield Reviews

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Nate K
February 9, 2022
100

As Good as the Original

When I ordered the rifle Cabela’s delivery was three weeks, however the rifle was delivered on one week! Five stars to Cabela’s Ok now the rifle, this rifle is gorgeous any very true to the original right down to the American walnut stock. (Pedersoli is t

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Harold T
February 9, 2022
40

Beautiful musket, bad quality control.

The rifle is beautiful however there was a significant rust stain under the barrel just above the ramrod. Not that big a deal since it was in the least visible part of the barrel but still a new gun should not have an issue like that.

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Sam G
February 9, 2022
100

1861 SPRINGFIELD RIFLE

LOOKS DANDY , waiting now for ammo , hope it shoots as well -

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Musa Y
February 9, 2022
100

She's a beauty and a shooter

Pedersoli is the best reproduction US 1861 you can still get new.The finish on this rifle was GREAT. Metal is silky smooth and metal to wood is excellent. Cleaned it up and it hit dead on at 50 yards with 70 grain of 2F and 500 grain thick skirt Minie bal

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Brian V
February 9, 2022
100

Cabelas A+ / Pedersoli C-

Ordered a 1861 Springfield by Pedersoli when it came in at the store in Oklahoma City I found the trigger to be very sloppy , it could move a good 1/2 inch side to side and front to back ! We sent it back to get fixed and when it came back nothing was don

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Jim D
February 9, 2022
40

Pedersoli 1861 Springfield .58 Caliber Musket

The Owners Manual is extremely limited in discussing the details of their .58 caliber 1861 Springfield musket, and the accompanying DVD did not play in any of my three DVD players. Their website did not mention the size of percussion cap needed or offer t

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Heather L
February 9, 2022
100

Wow! Better than the original!

The very first rifle that I owned was an original 1861 Springfield, purchased in 1960. I was involved in the NSSA, and a history prof at U Maryland supplied the rifle and all accouterments.Pedersoli's replica is even better than the original, as it had no

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Shelby F
February 9, 2022
100

1861 Springfield

Shoots well looks great

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Nicholas R
February 9, 2022
100

Springfield in the Field

Three days ago I pick up my 1861 Springfield from Cabela's that I had order online The next day I spent the whole day cleaning it. On day two I took it out into the field to shoot it. Placing one target at 50 yards and the other at 75 yards took three sho

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Matt N
February 9, 2022
80

Great Civil War replica

Carrying this 1861 Springfield for just about 2 hours brings you to the realization what a Civil War era soldier endured. It's a 10 pound, 5' long, great looking replica. It's already on display at the top of my rifle collection and it deserves to be ther

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Andy T
February 9, 2022
100

First BP Rifle

The bitter cold temperatures have kept the shooting ranges closed here in Ks. The musket arrived in absolutely perfect condition and the workmanship is outstanding. Can't wait to get out and shoot it.

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Todd A
February 9, 2022
60

1861 Springfield Musket

It looks just like computer image which is reason for its purchase. It is a lot heaver and longer than I thought it was (did not fully read it size/weight). Due to my age and strength I should purchased a small rifle (72yrs) But the main reason for purcha

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armando v
February 9, 2022
100

Wonderful rifled musket

So much better than the other brands on the market. The rifled musket is one of the more accurate representations out there.

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Jeff J
February 9, 2022
100

A Great Rifle

I am very pleased with this rifle, for it is indeed an accurate replica of a Union Army .58 caliber rifle. I find it to be an easy to handle rifle when firing either ball shot or Minnie ball. Yes, it packs a wallop, but please remember you're shooting a n

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Matthew F
February 9, 2022
100

A Beautiful Working Replica.

I purchased this rifle for two reasons. The first was that I have always loved the .58 caliber rifles, and the second is that this is a replica of the rifle used by both sides in the Civil War. Since my younger grandson is such an ardent buff of this peri

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Bart C
February 9, 2022
100

Great Gun For Everything!

I cant really describe this gun with words it is purely amazing. Very accurate and the craftsmanship is very good and high quality. There is cheaper Springfield 1861's like Euroarms or Armisport but they in comparison are nothing close to what Pedersoli m

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forrest F
February 9, 2022
100

Great Quality Rifle

After spending a day at Gettysburg, I decided to buy a 1861 Springfield. After some research I bought the Pedersoli. I had read the previous reviews and inspected my new Springfield very critically upon arrival.

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Wen-Chieh Y
February 9, 2022
80

A Nice Rifle

Well fit and finished except for a few dings on wood and metal. Hammer cocks fine and trigger is smooth but heavy. Rear battle sight with two folding leafs, and would sight just fine if you are about 19 years old. My eyes have a tough time with them. Wood

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grzegorz k
February 9, 2022
100

1861 Springfield 58 Cal. Musket

I got the rife 1/18/2013 & after reading the last review I decided check it over very carefully starting with the stock The wood has a very good finish & all metal parts fix well, Next the hammer & it worked smoothly with-out any problems ( no

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VAHAGN A
February 9, 2022
20

Very Disappointing Rifle

I have tried to purchase a good quality Civil War era rifle to shoot at the range. This rifle arrived and couldn't be cocked, why?, it was full of wood chips from the stock. I wiped the oil off the gun and then went to pull the ramrod to clean the inside

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