Cap And Ball Collection

Massachusetts arms Company Revolver 1850-51
3481445 Massachusetts arms Company Revolver 1850-51; Private Collection; (add.info.: Massachusetts Arms Company Percussion Revolver 1850-51); © Don Troiani. All Rights Reserved 2022

Confederate Richmond Musketoon
3481447 Confederate Richmond Musketoon; Private Collection; (add.info.: Confederate Richmond Arsenal manufactured musketoon for mounted infantry and cavalry use); © Don Troiani

Dimick Sharpshooter's Percussion Rifle
3028781 Dimick Sharpshooter's Percussion Rifle; Private Collection; (add.info.: Dimick Sharpshooter's Percussion Rifle type used by the 66th Illinois Birge's Sharpshooters)

Model 1842 US percussion pistol made by H. Aston
3031389 Model 1842 US percussion pistol made by H. Aston; Private Collection; (add.info.: Model 1842 US percussion pistol made by H. Aston); © Don Troiani. All Rights Reserved 2022

Imported British Enfield Short Carbine made by Barnett
3028568 Imported British Enfield Short Carbine made by Barnett; Private Collection; (add.info.: United States Civil War, Imported British Enfield muzzle loading short carbine made by Barnett)

Sharps Infantry Rifle
3481443 Sharps Infantry Rifle; Private Collection; (add.info.: Model 1859 Sharps Breech loading Infantry Rifle carried by Thomas Campbell, Company A, 9th Pennsylvania Reserves); © Don Troiani

U.S. Model1822 flintlock musket with bolster conversion to percussion
3028755 U.S. Model1822 flintlock musket with bolster conversion to percussion; Private Collection; (add.info.: United States Civil War, U.S)

Arsenal Cone conversion of US Model 1822 Musket
3028246 Arsenal Cone conversion of US Model 1822 Musket; Private Collection; (add.info.: United States Civil War, Arsenal Cone conversion of US Model 1822 Musket); © Don Troiani

Starr Breech Loading Carbine
3481446 Starr Breech Loading Carbine; Private Collection; (add.info.: Starr Breech Loading Carbine); © Don Troiani. All Rights Reserved 2022

Confederate Ashville Rifle
3481442 Confederate Ashville Rifle; Private Collection; (add.info.: Confederate, North Carolina, Ashville, Percussion Rifle lock plate detail); © Don Troiani. All Rights Reserved 2022

Dimick Sharpshooter's Rifle
3028203 Dimick Sharpshooter's Rifle; Private Collection; (add.info.: United States Civil War, Dimick Sharpshooter's Rifle, type used by various Union Sharpshooter units)

M1861 Springfield Rifle Musket
3028283 M1861 Springfield Rifle Musket ; Private Collection; (add.info.: M1861 Springfield Rifle Musket. Standard firearm of both sides in the conflict. ); © Don Troiani

Confederate Ashville Rifle
3481453 Confederate Ashville Rifle; Private Collection; (add.info.: Confederate, North Carolina, Ashville, Percussion Rifle); © Don Troiani. All Rights Reserved 2022

Butterfield Army Model Revolver 41 Caliber
3481449 Butterfield Army Model Revolver 41 Caliber; Private Collection; (add.info.: Butterfield Patent Army Model Percussion Revolver.41 Caliber); © Don Troiani. All Rights Reserved 2022

Plants Manufacturing Company. 42 Caliber Revolver
3481448 Plants Manufacturing Company.42 Caliber Revolver; Private Collection; (add.info.: Plants Manufacturing Company.42 Caliber Percussion Revolver); © Don Troiani. All Rights Reserved 2022

m1855 Pistol Carbine with Maynard tape primer
3481450 m1855 Pistol Carbine with Maynard tape primer; Private Collection; (add.info.: United States m1855 Pistol Carbine with Maynard tape primer and detachable shoulder stock); © Don Troiani

Model 1851 US Cadet Musket
3481452 Model 1851 US Cadet Musket; Private Collection; (add.info.: United States Model 1851 US Cadet Musket as used by Cadets at the United States Military Academy and West Point)

Rogers and Spencer 44 caliber Army revolver
3481451 Rogers and Spencer 44 caliber Army revolver; Private Collection; (add.info.: Rogers and Spencer.44 caliber Army percussion revolver); © Don Troiani. All Rights Reserved 2022

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Cap and ball firearms were a popular choice during the mid-19th century, using percussion caps to ignite black powder in the chamber. These guns required careful loading and maintenance, but provided an authentic shooting experience for enthusiasts today. With their distinctive design and historical significance, cap and ball revolvers continue to be prized collectibles among gun aficionados. Whether used for reenactments or target shooting, these classic firearms offer a glimpse into the past and remind us of a time when accuracy and skill were paramount on the frontier. Embracing tradition while honoring our heritage, cap and ball guns are more than just weapons - they are symbols of American history preserved through craftsmanship and dedication. So load up your cylinder, prime your caps, and step back in time with a piece of living history that continues to captivate shooters old and new alike.