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1795 HARPERS FERRY FLINTLOCK MUSKET TYPE II. SN NSN. Cal. 69. Standard configuration with 45″ barrel, with bayonet stud on top. Breech is marked with eagle head proof and deeply stamped “CP”. Lock with integral pan is fitted with correct style Harpers Ferry cock. Large eagle with “US” marked shield on breast, is in front of cock. Rear of lockplate is marked vertically “HARPERS” “FERRY” “1810”. Walnut stock with unfluted comb, is marked with “79” and an indecipherable cartouche at rear of trigger guard tang. There are no other military marks visible. CONDITION: Very good. All metal parts are smooth chocolate brown patina. Inspectors mark on bbl is faint. Lock markings are clear, eagle fading a bit at top. Stock is good, with old oil finish over numerous marks and nicks. Considerable chipping is around rear of lock mortise. Bbl channel is missing several minor splinters at top edge. Touch hole has been bushed. Breech plug tang shows compression from removal. Mainspring is a blacksmith replacement without retaining screw. Rear sight dovetail has been cut into bbl, sight missing, otherwise a sound, complete specimen. 4-45721 MGM166 (2,000-3,000)


Auction: Firearms - Fall 2012
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