Ranson 58cal Musket

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In their day they were considered a a high-quality Italian reproduction of the U.S. Remington Model 1863 "Zouave" Percussion Rifle.
Manufactured by Ranson Italia in the 1970s,

Caliber: .58
Barrel: 32-5/8" to 33" tapered round
Materials: Features a blued barrel, case-colored lock and hammer, and brass furniture (patchbox, trigger guard, barrel bands).Ammunition & Load: Commonly shoots well with a .562 caliber round ball with a .020 patch, or a .575 to .578 Minie ball. Many shooters use a military-style load of 60 to 70 grains of FFF black powder.Because of their durability and historical accuracy, Ranson replicas were highly sought after by collectors and black powder enthusiasts.