Bushmaster Gas Piston 90294 vs Pedersoli 1861 Springfield
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| Rifles | Bushmaster Gas Piston 90294 | Pedersoli 1861 Springfield |
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| Action | Semi-Automatic | |
| Caliber | .223 Remington | .58 Caliber |
| Finish | Brown/Tan | |
| Gun Type | Rifle | |
| Length | 56" | |
| Sights | Military Style | |
| Barrel Length | 39.75" | |
| Details | ||
| Brand | Bushmaster | Pedersoli |
| Reviews | See 2 Reviews | See 20 Reviews |
| Prices | ||
| MSRP | $1,081.50 | $973.70 |
| Used Price | $757.05 | $681.59 |
| Sale Price | $973.35 | $876.33 |
Rifles Descriptions
Bushmaster Gas Piston 90294
The Bushmaster Gas Piston System Rifles bring new levels of reliability to the “AR” type rifle platform by eliminating carbon build up, gas leaks and heat within the Upper Receiver. The Gas Piston System operates by tapping gas pressure off the barrel much like the systems found on AK-47s and FALs * Functions with a wider range of ammunition - less gas pressure - lower cyclic rate * Offers improved reliability and control - with cleaner operation and reduced recoil * Keeps carbon build up and powder residue from reaching - and fouling the Upper Receiver and Bolt Carrier * A Detented Plug in the Gas Block allows easy cleaning of the Systems’ Hard Chrome Plated Piston
Pedersoli 1861 Springfield
An upgraded version of Springfield’s Model 1855 without the Maynard tape priming system, the .58-caliber Springfield 1861 rifled musket set the standards for performance, reliability and accuracy that similar firearms had to meet. Demand for the gun was so high that it overwhelmed Springfield Armory’s production capabilities and the company had to contract work out to at least 20 other manufacturers. More than 700,000 were made between 1861 and 1865, and production continued until 1872 with the total number manufactured estimated at 1,000,000. The gun fired the deadly .58-caliber Minie ball projectile. But the power of the 1861 Springfield rifle musket, combined with the performance and aerodynamic shape of the Minie ball, enabled skilled marksmen to engage targets out to 1,000 yds. Union troops that trained with the gun had a goal of being able to consistently hit targets inside 500 yds. and fire three shots per minute. By late 1863, most of the North’s regular army units were supplied, at least in part, with the firearm. Obtaining arms was a challenge for the South throughout the war, and 1861 Springfields captured in battle were quickly pressed into service by the Confederacy. The 1861 Springfield rifle musket was extremely popular with troops. It was durable, easy to maintain and stood up to harsh battle conditions well. Pedersoli’s fully functional replica of the 1861 Springfield rifled musket has features that are true to the original design. It has period-accurate factory markings, a 40" barrel with satin finish, a handsome hardwood stock with three bands and coin-finish-color steel furniture. The lock is finished bright with "U.S. SPRINGFIELD" stampings.