1861 Barrel length?

[Mark Daiute]

Proper length for 1861 Springfield rifled musket?

Thanks,

Mark

[musketshooter]

40 inches. There is only one legit shorter barrel musket. It was made by SN&WTC. That musket was not an official U. S. issued musket. Bought and used by the State of Mass soldiers only.

[Mark Daiute]

Thanks for the quick reply.

Mark