Colt Model 1861 Special Musket: What's Its Value? Colt manufactured 100,000 Model 1861 Special Muskets during the Civil War (1861 to 1865). Colt Model 1861 Musket, .58 cal., <10%: $850 April 21, 2022 By Garry James Question: I recently had the opportunity to buy an 1861 Colt musket from my uncle who had it passed down to him from his dad. While I am not a huge gun collector, I do like to learn about the history of the guns I have. Could you help me with information about this musket, and what it might be worth? It seems to be in good shape, and I remember them shooting it 20 years ago. -T.S. of New Park, Pennsylvania[teads]Answer: The Colt Model 1861 Special Musket was manufactured by Colt from 1861 to 1865. Some 100,000 were built, the majority of them to satisfy state contracts, especially New Jersey, like yours, as indicated...READ THE FULL STORY ON Guns and Ammo GET THE NEWSLETTER Join the List and Never Miss a Thing. Email Address Sign Me Up
