US Musket Tools - Vol. VI, Episode 7

In this episode, learn about the many tools that matched up with the different US rifles and muskets. We explore what was issued to the men and at what ratio the specific tools were provided. Learn how the tools evolved through time and how what was considered primary and secondary changed.
Thank you to Mark Krausz and the rest of the team at Agents Campbell and Pelican’s Military Goods for bringing this history to the table to share. The 1816 Springfield provides a foundation for the episode.
After a first viewing, do you want to go back and jump to your favorite weapon? Here is the list!
00:41 - 1816 Springfield
05:39 - Hall Rifle
07:18 - 1841 Rifle
09:03 - 1842 Musket
10:43 - 1855 Rifled-Musket
13:11 - 1861 Springfield
15:39 - 1863 Springfield
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[@fordfan3179]

That was a great display of weapons, accoutrements and knowledge.

[@Tomatohater64]

Always great to get a history lesson on this country's greatest rifled musket. I still love the 1863 Springfield best. I was unaware of any of the extra parts.

[@40rounds48]

Very informative and helpful in breaking down all of the different tools that came with each weapon...bully!

[@chandlerwhite6529]

Awesome video! I would love to see one on the tools for breach loaders and repeaters.

[@CivilWarDigitalDigest]

It’s not yet shot but on the list. We had the tools, but not the weapons the day we shot. Will

[@TescoVee]

Any link to the gun tools books mentioned toward the beginning?

[@TorryGood]

I used to have a reproduction us bullet puller but I lost it now i can't find them any more.

[@steveww1507]

How about a vid on cleaning and care of the musket

[@CivilWarDigitalDigest]

It’s almost top on our list of next to shoot!

[@steveww1507]

@@CivilWarDigitalDigest awesome

[@hosedragger-204]

How is the name of the bore plug spelled?

[@MarkTK36thIL]

Tompion

[@hosedragger-204]

@@MarkTK36thIL thanks

[@josephgonzales4802]

Very good however what about the Spencer rifle? I have a original Spencer gun wrench.

[@CivilWarDigitalDigest]

This isn’t an exhaustive list. The episode was already too long. Look for more in the future. Spencer is already on the list.

[@andy2c0]

What about the 1859 Sharps Rifle?

[@CivilWarDigitalDigest]

That’s one we can put on the list. This isn’t exhaustive or final. Thanks for the suggestion!

[@Jubilo1]

The hell you say !

[@Jubilo1]

@James Richardson JImmy !! Good to know you're still kickin' !!!