I picked up an Whitney 1841 Mississippi awhile back. It was made in 1851 and has a 58 cal barrel but it appears to be a smoothbore. I know they bored out the 54 cal guns to 58 cal for the minie ball, but I thought they rifled them at that time. I put a borescope down it and there is no hint of rifling. Is this normal?
Any thoughts appreciated.
Mike
Any thoughts appreciated.
Mike