A fine Type III U.S. Model 1816 flintlock contract musket by Nathan Starr
Browned 42 1/2 inch .69 caliber barrel marked at the breech US/JM/P, the tang dated 1832. Casehardened lock marked U S/N. Starr with sunburst motif, the tail marked Middtn/Conn/1832 above an eight petaled blossom. Browned steel furniture. Oil-finished walnut stock with NWP (Nahum W. Patch) cartouche behind the counterplate and DL (D. Legro?)cartouche on the comb. Together with a socket bayonet; browned finish; 16 inch triangular blade stamped US.
Condition: Excellent and probably unissued. Retaining 96-98% browned finish overall showing scattered marks and light scratches. Lock retains much faded casehardening. Excellent wood with few minor marks.
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