S#: NSN | 42” Smoothbore Barrel | .69 Cal. (Bore measured 17.6mm (.698") | First-year production U.S. Model 1842 percussion musket manufactured at Springfield Armory. Lock plate is clearly marked “SPRING / FIELD / 1842” behind the hammer with Federal eagle over “U.S.” forward. Top of barrel is also dated “1842,” matching the lock date. Full-length walnut military stock with three barrel bands, iron furniture, sling swivels and trumpet-head ramrod. Buttplate tang is crisply stamped “US.” Stock exhibits a faint inspector/cartouche marking opposite the lock. The Model 1842 was the last U.S. regulation smoothbore musket design and saw extensive U.S. military service during the Mexican-American War and Civil War era |||| CONDITION: Very Good. Metal surfaces display an aged dark brown/gray patina with scattered oxidation and light-to-moderate pitting consistent with age and military use. Lockplate exhibits darkened brown patina with traces of original blue finish. Lock markings, Federal eagle remain visible. Walnut stock retains a dark aged finish with scattered handling marks, scratches and small dents but appears solid overall with no major cracks and has a nice visible cartouche. Iron furniture, three barrel bands, sling swivels and ramrod are present. Buttplate “US” marking remains crisp. Mechanically functions at both full and half cock with strong spring tension and secure hammer engagement ||||| CLASS: ANTIQUE