The Turner Fabrications 1853 Enfield Musket Build-It-Yourself Kit (Turner Fabrications part no. KR6185303) lets you assemble a genuine piece of Civil War history, complete with a locking hooked breech for easy cleaning, a smooth single-action trigger in an ornate trigger guard, classic metal embellishments, and an inlaid solid metal butt plate. This kit is approved by the North-South Skirmish Association (N-SSA) for competition use, and the fixed front sight and 39″ rifled barrel handle maxi or round ball loads. A high-quality metallic finish and hand-oiled gloss wood stock complete the build. See more build-it-yourself kits in our Black Powder Rifles & Muzzleloader Rifles category.

Key Specifications

• Caliber: .58 Caliber
• Barrel Length: 39″ Rifled
• Competition Approval: N-SSA Approved
• Breech: Locking Hooked Breech
• Sights: Fixed Front
• Shipping Weight: 11.6 lbs

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this kit approved for competition shooting? Yes, it’s approved by the North-South Skirmish Association (N-SSA).

What projectiles does it handle? The 39-inch rifled barrel is built for maxi or round ball shooters.

Do I need an FFL to order this? As a black powder muzzleloading arm, this item falls under the federal antique-firearm exemption (18 U.S.C. § 921(a)(3)) and ships directly to your door with no FFL transfer or federal background check required. Always check your state and local laws before ordering.

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