1864 US Springfield

[firefighter238]

Anyone know anything about these old rifles? I just inherited one and know almost nothing about it. I'm aware its in pretty bad shape but the hammer and trigger function, missing 2 of the barrel rings and the ram rod. Would it be worth getting professionally restored? Looking for some schooling here!

[Great-Kazoo]

Make it a DIY project then hang it up some where. The cost for a "Professional" to restore a wall hanger, you could spend on better things.

[sneakerd]

Can't make a silk purse out of a sow's ear. Not worth it.

[palepainter]

You will be able to fnd the barrel bands out there. I would not make any attempt to restore it though. It carries the charisma of it's history as it is. It would make a great conversation piece over the mantle. It also looks like it is missing the sling swivel that attaches to trigger guard.