Parker Hale P1853 Enfield Birmingham Rifle-Musket .577 cal 39 Inch English
SOLD FOR: $2,125.00
LSB#: LSB250930MR002
Make: Parker-Hale Birmingham England LTD
Model: 1853 Enfeild (P53)
Serial Number: 2804
Year of Manufacture: Pre–1992
Caliber: .577
Action Type: Percussion ignition Muzzelloader
Markings: The lock plate is marked “1853 ENFIELD”. The left side of the chamber is marked “2804”. The right side of the buttstock is marked with a “PARKER HALE LTD” address stamp. The top of the tang and top of the chamber are markers “crown over BP”
Barrel Length: 39”
Sights / Optics: The front sight is integral to the barrel and is a mound shaped blade. The rear sight is a graduated stair step with 3 level grading out from 4 to 10 with a “v” notch for sight-plane.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The stock is smooth walnut. The stock has handling marks, nicks, and scratches throughout consistent with use. The LOP measures 14″ from the front of the trigger to the back of the brass buttplate. The brass has darkened with age and use. The stock rates Good overall condition.
Type of Finish: Blued
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is viable. There is some erosion in the bore. In this writer’s opinion the bore rates 9/10.
Overall Condition: This Musket length Rifle retains about 95% of its metal finish. The balance of the finish shows shine throughout. The screw heads are sharp, slotted and serviceable. The pins are smooth and serviceable. The markings are strong. Overall, this Musket length three band rifle rates in about Very good condition.
Mechanics: The action functions Correctly. We did not fire this rifle. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance requirements.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: sling
Our Assessment: The Parker Hale P1853 Enfield rifle musket is a well regarded modern reproduction of the iconic British service arm that saw widespread use during the mid nineteenth century. Originally adopted by the British Army in 1853, the Pattern 1853 Enfield became one of the most influential military rifles of its era, serving throughout the Crimean War and later seeing extensive use on both sides of the American Civil War. Parker Hale of Birmingham earned a strong reputation for producing historically faithful and mechanically sound reproductions, making their Enfield rifles highly respected among collectors, reenactors, and black powder shooters.
This example features the correct 39 inch barrel chambered in .577 caliber and retains approximately 95 percent of its original blued metal finish, which remains bright with only minimal wear. The lock plate is correctly marked “1853 ENFIELD,” with matching serial numbering on the chamber and appropriate crown over BP proof marks on the tang and barrel. The walnut stock is smooth and well fitted, showing handling marks, nicks, and scratches consistent with use, while the brass furniture has darkened naturally with age. The length of pull measures approximately 14 inches, and the rifle retains its proper three band musket configuration.
The bore is bright with visible rifling and some erosion present, rating 9 out of 10 in this writer’s opinion. Mechanically, the percussion action functions correctly. This rifle includes a sling and presents as a very well preserved example of a Parker Hale Enfield rifle musket, offering strong historical presence, excellent overall condition, and faithful nineteenth century military styling. Please see our high resolution photos and good luck on your bid! MF
