Weapons of the Civil War

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Colt 1860 Army Revolver

Colt 1860 Army Revolver

A percussion revolver widely used during the American Civil War. It was the most widely used sidearm by Union forces and was known for its accuracy and reliability.
Colt 1851 Navy Revolver

Colt 1851 Navy Revolver

A popular cap-and-ball revolver designed by Samuel Colt. It was used extensively by both military and civilian users in the mid-19th century, including during the American Civil War. The revolver was known for its accuracy and became one of Colt's most successful models.
M1855 Dragoon Pistol

M1855 Dragoon Pistol

A single-shot, percussion cap pistol used by U.S. dragoons and mounted troops. It was part of the transition period from flintlock to percussion firearms, featuring a .58 caliber rifled barrel.
1863 Remington Zouave Rifle

1863 Remington Zouave Rifle

A percussion rifle used during the American Civil War. It was known for its accuracy and was one of the last muzzle-loading rifles produced by the U.S. government.
1861 Springfield

1861 Springfield

An American rifle-musket used extensively during the Civil War. The Springfield was a .58 caliber muzzle-loading rifle that was the most widely used Union infantry weapon. Known for its accuracy and range, it played a significant role in Civil War battles.
M1842 Springfield Musket

M1842 Springfield Musket

The first U.S. musket to be manufactured with interchangeable parts. It was a .69 caliber, smoothbore, percussion firearm widely used during the Mexican-American War and early Civil War.
M1854 Lorenz

M1854 Lorenz

A widely used Austrian muzzle-loading rifled musket, employed in several European conflicts including the American Civil War. It was praised for its accuracy and was one of the last major muzzle-loading rifles before the shift to breech-loading systems.
US 1860 Light Cavalry Saber

US 1860 Light Cavalry Saber

A sword used by the U.S. cavalry during the American Civil War. It was light and maneuverable, making it well-suited for mounted combat. The blade was slightly curved, designed for slashing, and it became the standard-issue saber for Union cavalrymen.
M1840 Cavalry Saber

M1840 Cavalry Saber

A sword used by U.S. cavalry troops, commonly referred to as the "Old Wristbreaker" due to its heavy weight. It features a curved, single-edged blade designed for slashing attacks while on horseback.
M1832 Artillery Sword

M1832 Artillery Sword

A short sword issued to U.S. artillerymen, featuring a straight, double-edged blade. It was used more as a tool than as a combat weapon, serving for both defense and practical tasks.