U.S. Model 1816 Contract Musket,
Circa 1816-45.
42 in., .72 caliber round barrel, the left side of the breech with proof marks 'P' in a sunken oval cartouche, a stamped eagles' head and a stamped 'V'; flat lock plate with convex tail, the inside of the plate marked 'AW' above the mainspring, the bridle marked '9' or '6' and 'P', other parts marked '9' or '6'; walnut stock; iron furniture of proper form, the trigger guard with blunt finials, with sling swivels and a steel rammer with button head and threaded end.
Overall lg. 57 7/8 in.

Barrel toned to dark brown, minor pitting at the breech, breech is blocked but there is no obvious evidence of a reconversion; lock toned dark brown and functions properly, steel was refaced during period of use; stock has scattered dings, dents, and scrapes.