BRITISH 1795 INDIA PATTERN MUSKET.

BRITISH 1795 INDIA PATTERN MUSKET. SN NSN. Cal. 77. 39-1/4″ bbl marked at the breech crown/”GR”/broad arrow over crown/crossed scepters. Bayonet lug set back 2-3/16″ from muzzle. Lock marked crown/”GR” with crown/broad arrow under the pan, marked “TOWER” in a vertical arc behind the cock. Stock marked with storekeeper’s mark consisting of a script “GR”/”1800″. Behind trigger guard is a crown/”7″ above crown/”1″ with “IP” stamped mid-way between trigger guard and buttplate. In the wood opposite the lock are the initials “IR”. Branded into the butt on the left rail is “25 + “B” over “CLARE” + “M”. This is a fine example of a British infantry musket issued to militia forces during the Napoleonic and War of 1812 period. PROVENANCE: Ted Knee Collection. CONDITION: Condition of metal is excellent showing no evidence of pitting but some light surface rust that wipes off easily and can be removed without affecting the condition of the metal. Brass furniture is in equally nice condition. Wood stock having only a 2″ x 3/4″ pc of replaced wood, probably done at the time of manufacture. Gun is complete with its orig ramrod, having a reproduction sling and modern leather battery protector. 4-36519 PAS10 (5,000-8,000)

Auction: Firearms - Fall 2009

Please Note: All prices include the hammer price plus the buyer’s premium, which is paid by the buyer as part of the purchase price. The prices noted here after the auction are considered unofficial and do not become official until after the 46th day.

Image	Lot	Price	Description
	2573	$2,300.00	BRITISH 1795 INDIA PATTERN MUSKET. SN NSN. Cal. 77. 39-1/4″ bbl marked at the breech crown/”GR”/broad arrow over crown/crossed scepters. Bayonet lug set back 2-3/16″ from muzzle. Lock marked crown/”GR” with crown/broad arrow under the pan, marked “TOWER” in a vertical arc behind the cock. Stock marked with storekeeper’s mark consisting of a script “GR”/”1800″. Behind trigger guard is a crown/”7″ above crown/”1″ with “IP” stamped mid-way between trigger guard and buttplate. In the wood opposite the lock are the initials “IR”. Branded into the butt on the left rail is “25 + “B” over “CLARE” + “M”. This is a fine example of a British infantry musket issued to militia forces during the Napoleonic and War of 1812 period. PROVENANCE: Ted Knee Collection. CONDITION: Condition of metal is excellent showing no evidence of pitting but some light surface rust that wipes off easily and can be removed without affecting the condition of the metal. Brass furniture is in equally nice condition. Wood stock having only a 2″ x 3/4″ pc of replaced wood, probably done at the time of manufacture. Gun is complete with its orig ramrod, having a reproduction sling and modern leather battery protector. 4-36519 PAS10 (5,000-8,000) Auction: Firearms - Fall 2009 Please Note: All prices include the hammer price plus the buyer’s premium, which is paid by the buyer as part of the purchase price. The prices noted here after the auction are considered unofficial and do not become official until after the 46th day.

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