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BRITISH FLINTLOCK TRADE MUSKET.

Currency:USD Category:Firearms & Military Start Price:450.00 USD Estimated At:900.00 - 1,500.00 USD
BRITISH FLINTLOCK TRADE MUSKET.

Cal. 69. NSN. Bbl. 43 1/2" round smoothbore w/ faceted transition to octagon shank. Left flat has series of 3 British proof marks. Brass blade front sight w/ fixed V notch rear sight. Plain iron lock. Plain trigger. Pin fastened full length walnut stock. Brass fittings include buttplate, trigger guard, sideplate, thimble & nose cap. Stock has relief carving around top tang area. Hardwood ramrod held by 2 faceted brass pipes. WEIGHT: 6 lbs, 1.4 ozs. CONDITION: metal has a dark patina appearance w/ pitting in breech area. Stock shows wear & handling marks w/ chips along bbl. channel & grain checks in butt. Added wood repairs are found above sideplate & lock areas as well as toe. Lock will hold only in half cock position. Dark rusty pitted bore. (01-22787/DS). ANTIQUE. $900-1,500.