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US SPRINGFIELD MODEL 1816 CONVERSION MUSKET

Currency:USD Category:Firearms & Military Start Price:1,000.00 USD Estimated At:2,000.00 - 3,000.00 USD
US SPRINGFIELD MODEL 1816 CONVERSION MUSKET
BARREL 41.5". CALIBER 69. MADE FROM 1816-1844. This example is dated 1822 on lock with US eagle and Springfield stamp. Metal is finished in the white with US on butt plate, 1822 on tang, three proof marks on left side of barrel at breech to include a V , P and eagle head, two barrel bands and end band, period metal rod, simple blade front sight, sling swivels and a visible cartouche on left side wrist but not readable. Side Plate is stamped S. Left side of barrel at breech is stamped S M C. Beautifully grained full length walnut stock with minor impressions and one small hairline at left side breech. Lock has been converted to percussion. Condition. Very fine, slightly toned and freckled bright metal, crisp legends, stock is excellent. fine working order. ANTIQUE