A U.S. Type I Model 1816 Harper's Ferry flintlock musket
dated 1820
The 42 1/2 inch .69 caliber barrel serial numbered at breech V/a/27; V/P and eaglehead proofs; tang dated 1820. Lock with standard markings and dated 1820. Steel furniture of standard pattern, all components bearing the assembly number 2. Oil-finished walnut stock, the counterplate flat marked with inspector's cartouche AB and with V/PH. Steel ramrod.
Condition: Very good. Barrel and furniture cleaned to bright metal and show areas of light pitting. Sharp markings throughout. Wood with scattered dents and bruises.
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