Typical settings: American Civil War films, Confederate portrayals, artillery and cavalry scenes, and period battlefield reenactments.
This non-firing replica musketoon is modeled after the Enfield 1861, often referred to as an Enfield musketoon due to its shortened length compared to full infantry rifle-muskets. Developed as a compact variant of the Enfield family, this muzzle-loading firearm was intended for troops requiring greater mobility, including artillery and mounted units.
Historically, the Enfield 1861 musketoon saw extensive use during the American Civil War (1861–1865). While originally produced for British forces, large numbers were imported into the Confederacy, making Enfield short rifles and musketoon-length arms among the most commonly used weapons by Southern troops. Chambered in .577 caliber and firing Minié-style bullets, the two-band Enfield offered a balance of accuracy, reliability, and manageable length.
Cinematically, Enfield musketoons are closely associated with Confederate soldiers and artillery crews. Film and television productions frequently use them to visually distinguish Southern units from Union forces, reinforcing period authenticity in Civil War storytelling.
Manufactured in Spain by Denix, a respected replica maker founded in 1967, this non-firing replica is constructed of metal and wood and features a simulated loading and firing mechanism for visual realism. It is set safe and intended for film, television, theater, rehearsal, reenactment, and display use only.
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