English-Made Parker-Hale Pattern 1858 Naval Rifle Reproduction, .577, Single-Band, 33 in Barrel
This English-made Parker-Hale Pattern 1858 Naval Rifle reproduction stands out for its authentic single-band configuration with a brass nose cap, Birmingham proof symbols, and correct Parker-Hale and Enfield markings. Chambered in .577 with a 33 in steel barrel and a finish comprising a blued barrel and steel barrel band with a bright/casehardened lockplate and hammer, it combines desirable collector features with a clean, well-kept presentation. This English-made Parker-Hale Pattern is widely considered very desirable among enthusiasts.
Condition
Overall Condition: Very good condition, showing only light, superficial signs of prior handling or use.
Bore Overall Condition: Excellent - Clean, mirror finish, no signs of wear.
Bore Rifling: Excellent Rifling - Sharp lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: There is some mild wear in spots, but the rifle has been well maintained.
What's Included
- Cotton canvas sling with leather reinforcement, installed
This Parker-Hale reproduction is English-made and presents in a single-band layout with a brass nose cap. The lockplate is marked '1858 ENFIELD,' while the barrel carries the 'PARKER-HALE LTD BIRMINGHAM, ENGLAND' roll mark, supported by Birmingham proof symbols and a crown over P-H.
It is a percussion caplock, single-shot muzzleloader in .577 caliber with a 33 in steel barrel and an external hammer. The configuration reflects period-correct operation and profile with a capacity of one round.
The rifle wears a full-length hardwood stock and brass furniture, including the buttplate, trigger guard, fore-end cap, and side-nail escutcheons. A steel ramrod is fitted beneath the barrel, and sling swivels are mounted on the barrel band and the trigger-guard bow. The barrel and steel barrel band are blued, while the lockplate and hammer are bright/color casehardened.
Iron sights consist of a fixed front post and a ladder/leaf rear sight with a sliding elevation bar, supporting precise elevation adjustments. The length of pull measures 14.0 in, offering a comfortable, traditional stock fit. Overall, this English-made Parker-Hale Pattern 1858 Naval Rifle reproduction presents as a very desirable example with authentic details and excellent bore quality.