Musket, Flintlock
- Object Name:
- Musket, Flintlock
- Object ID:
- 1975.567
- Creator:
- Springfield Armory
Gunsmith - Place of Origin:
- Springfield, MA
- Date:
- 1811
- Description:
- Smoothbore, muzzleloading flintlock musket made for military use, with round barrel. barrel is fastened to stock by 3 bands and 3 retaining springs. Gun is fully stocked. Front gunsight located on rear strap of forward band. Bayonet mounting stud located at muzzle, on top. Iron is browned: barrel, bands, lockplate, trigger guard, 2 sling swivels (one on underside of center band; rear swivel attached forward of trigger guard bow); flat S-shaped sideplate; flat butt plate with 2.25" tang.
Markings: Lockplate: "US Springfield" (N spelled backwards); barrel, breech end: "RS 1811" and "PM". Lockplate appears to have had eagle crest removed. - Material:
- Wood
Metal - Dimensions:
- L-56.75 inches
- Provenance:
- Found in Collection
- Credit Line:
- New Hampshire Historical Society Collection
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