S#: NSN | Mfg. Date: 1849 | 42" Barrel Length | .69 Caliber Smoothbore | U.S. Model 1842 percussion musket manufactured at the Harpers Ferry Armory. The Model 1842 was the first U.S. regulation musket manufactured from inception with the percussion ignition system rather than subsequently converted from flintlock. Lockplate is crisply marked with the U.S. eagle over “US” at center and “HARPERS / FERRY / 1849” vertically at the rear. Barrel breech faintly appears dated “1848,” with additional inspection/proof markings present. Features the standard .69 caliber smoothbore barrel, three barrel bands, iron furniture, sling swivels, fixed front sight/bayonet lug, and original-style trumpet-head ramrod. Buttplate tang is marked “US.” Walnut stock |||| CONDITION: Excellent. Metal surfaces show an original bright surface finish with scattered oxidation and patina. Lockplate markings remain strong and legible. Walnut stock is solid and retains a dark reddish-brown appearance with great battle patina. Metal furniture shows wear consistent with age. Mechanically functions at both full and half cock. Bore is smoothbore and is very good. Overall an attractive, substantially complete example of a Harpers Ferry-produced U.S Musket ||||| CLASS: ANTIQUE