Musket Bore Wiper
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Item: Musket Bore Wiper
Construction: Iron
Use: Device attached to the end of the ramrod designed to hold cloth patches or tow for cleaning, drying, and removing residue from the bore of a musket.
Approximate size: 9/16-inch diameter; 1-1/2-inch length.
Condition: Very good, excavated. Rusty but solid. No repairs.
Recovered: Unknown.
Reference: Examples of various wipers are found in the following relic reference books:
- "Civil War Artifacts" by Howard R. Crouch on page 98.
See above page in additional images.
Comments: This excavated wiper will be an excellent addition to any Civil War musket accessory or general relic collection.
- Product Code:
- PC10412
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