I just bought a Model 1863 combination tool. Are there sources for reproductions of this takedown-maintenance tool?
I just bought a Model 1863 combination tool. Are there sources for reproductions of this takedown-maintenance tool?
In a time of universal deceit, telling the truth is a revolutionary act. George Orwell
Try Lodgewood, S&S Firearms or The Regimental Quartermaster. There should be links to all of these sutlers on the home page under links of interest.
Mike Santarelli 03635V, Adjutant
Member since 1979
Co. B, 1st Pennsylvania Cavalry, #229
National Inspector General
Small Arms Committee
Many thanks for the information.
In a time of universal deceit, telling the truth is a revolutionary act. George Orwell
Emailed a query to all three businesses. Two have nothing. S & S has a Sharps conversion combination tool but does not have the 1863 tool.
Not only am I open to suggestions, if anyone knows of a small business or machinist, or other who makes the tool - or might be willing to make one or more - please let me know.
In a time of universal deceit, telling the truth is a revolutionary act. George Orwell
Dixie Gun Works has the Model 1863 Combination Tool for $15.95,
http://www.dixiegunworks.com/product...b20d00ad593049 (probably too long to work!)
So, below is a cut 'n' paste that at leas tgives you the item #
MT0301 1863 Springfield Combo Tool $15.95 New made from steel, finished bright. Tool is 3 5/8” long overall and features an open end nipple wrench. The other end can be used as a screwdriver. Two blades; one stationary; and one that is 2 ¼” long which swings to the side. A handy item to keep in your cartridge box
Naphtali,
Are you looking for the M-1863 com/bo tool as is depicted in the Ordnance Manuel for that particular M-1863 firearm?
Last edited by Blair; 03-08-2012 at 04:06 PM.
In a time of universal deceit, telling the truth is a revolutionary act. George Orwell
If you have no familiarity with what is pictured in the 1863 Manual, you will not be at all disappointed in what you have been shown thus far.
Please do not to worry over it.
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