Custom First Model Harper's Ferry 1803 Rifle

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This Euroarms M1803 rifle was completely defarbed by Steve Krolick and features all period correct markings and finishes.

Steve started this project with an unfired Euroarms M1803 in .58 caliber. These rifle are bear "1803" dates on their lock plates, which would make them First Model guns. Originally, the First Model 1803 rifle had a 33" barrel, however all the Eurorams reproduction shipped from the factory with 36" barrels - three inches too long. In order to replicate a true First Model rifle, Steve expertly shortened the barrel three inches. He also shortened the rib and re-mounted the front ram rod pipe before installing a new front sight. The finished barrel not only makes the gun a bit better balanced, it also gives it the correct profile of true First Model 1803 rifle to match the date on the lock plate.

Steve continued the defarbing process be stripping, re-contouring, and staining the stock before applying several coats of hand rubbed finish. He finished the stock by applying the appropriate inspectors cartouches to the lock panel.

He continued by removing the modern markings from the barrel and stamping the proper proof marks in their place. He then stripped off the inaccurate spray-on brown finish and polished all the steel components to armory bright.

The finished piece is a great example of the incredibly rare First Model Harper's Ferry M1803 that should shoot as good as it looks.

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