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Edwin Wesson Match Rifle

Object Details

Description (Brief)
This .45 caliber rifle was designed for use in shooting matches. Made by Edwin Wesson (the older brother of Daniel Wesson of Smith & Wesson), it was used in the Civil War by Edwin J. Stanclift of the 8th Company, 1st Battalion, New York Sharpshooters. The telescopic sight was made by C.D. Abbey of Chicago.
Location
Currently not on view
Data Source
National Museum of American History
maker
Wesson, Edwin
date made
ca 1849
Credit Line
Ralph G. Packard
Measurements
overall: 47 1/2 in x 2 3/8 in; 120.65 cm x 6.0325 cm
Object Name
rifle
rifle, percussion
Other Terms
rifle; Firearms; Percussion Fire; .45 In; Rifled; Muzzle Load; Sa; Match

Featured In

  • Civil War 150:Tools of War
Edwin Wesson Match Rifle
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