Item Description
Original Item: Our resident antique gunsmith has been able to restore a few more, and now available for the first time in cleaned mechanically functioning condition*! The P-1853 .577 cal Percussion Rifle was also known as the legendary "Three Band Enfield". This extremely popular and rare model was the first rifle to become standard issue in the British Army.
These examples are complete and all original, each has the following features; 39" barrel with the signatures three steel bands, brass trigger guard, cleaning rod, functioning lock with nipple, adjustable ladder-back sight, and brass butt plate. This rifle changed military tactics with its capabilities; imported extensively for use in the U.S. Civil War. Overall condition good to very good. A very rare opportunity to own a significant piece of military history that greatly affected wars on three continents.
These weapons are from our 2003 acquisition of the Nepal Royal Arsenal. Date and origin of manufacture are unknown. We suspect they were manufactured in Nepal under British War Department supervision. Although it is possible that they were unmarked British Manufacture which the Nepalese then made their own.
The gun photographed is a typical example not the gun you will get, however, you will get one in similar or better condition.
*Note: Although, each rifle has been cleaned and resorted to mechanically functioning condition; it does not mean that IMA recommends these for shooting. In fact, anyone interested in shooting this 150+ year-old weapon should have his gun evaluated and prepared by a licensed gunsmith. IMA does not guarantee the operational function and does not recommend anyone attempt shooting this weapon.
Specifications:
Years of Manufacture: c.1860
Caliber: .58 inches
Ammunition Type: .577 Lead Ball & Powder with Percussion Cap
Barrel Length: Approx. 39 inches (varies)
Overall Length: Approx. 56 inches (varies)
Action: Side Action Percussion Lock
Feed System: Muzzle-Loaded
NOTE: "Cleaned and Complete" antique guns are often cleaned to order, so these may not be available for same-day expedited shipping. International orders of antique firearms MUST be shipped using UPS WW Services (courier). USPS Priority Mail international will not accept these.
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Very nice
Very good recondition rifle. Everthimg work as it should. The quality is superb a beautiful rifle .l will display it with pride love it.
P-1853 Enfield, cleaned, complete
Very good condition overall. No metal finish remains, there is minor rust pitting on the outside barrel. Bore is good, serviceable. Beautiful, undamaged stock has Just a bit of oil/ flash darkening. This rifle is destined to be a family heirloom. The rifle appears to not have a bayonet lug. It would be excellent to have a bayo. Trigger group will be removed, re-cleaned (?) lubricated, has issues but works properly. Trigger pull may be 15 #+.
Nice piece of history
My new old Nepalese P-53 is in nice condition for its age, I’ve taken to the Nepalese weapons and will order more in the near future. Very happy with this rifle. Cleaned and complete is the way to go although I may tackle an in original condition in the future.
1853 Enfield 3 band rifle
Outstanding, item is just as described
Purchase of 1853 Enfield
Experience was great as usual. I have bought other antique guns from IMA and they are top notch.
P-1853 three band Enfield
Great!! The rifle was well worth the wait. Thanks
She's A Beauty!
Rifle is in very good condition considering it's age. Some pitting on the barrel the rest is fully functional. Rifle is in better condition than I expected. The extra fee was well worth the fine restoration work done.
Civil War Era P-1853 Enfield
Great shape and all wood finished very nicely.
Piece of History
I was very pleased with my purchase. I received the gun sooner that I thought I would. Thank you for the opportunity to own a gun like this. It is greatly appreciated.
P-1853
Excellent piece ! I am very satisfied.
