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A FINE WAR OF 1812 PERIOD REGIMENTALLY MARKED (P. 1809) THIRD MODEL BROWN BESS MUSKET, ca. 1810: In overall near fine original flintlock condition. Standard 39", .75 caliber, pin-fastened round, smoothbore barrel with top mounted bayonet lug/sight and British Ordnance proofs at the breech. The breech also marked with a "MSR No. 87" regimental number on its top. Walnut fullstock with raised-carved apron behind the barrel tang retains 75% original varnish with some minor handling marks, several repaired hairlines on the forestock. Regulation full brass hardware: trigger guard with flat acorn finial, raised "S" shaped sideplate, 3-stepped buttplate, 3 baluster ramrod pipes and cast fore-end tip. Ordnance lock with Crown/"GR" and Broad Arrow marking beneath the pan, the tail marked "Tower". Double-throated hammer of P-1809 design. In overall fine condition. The buttplate marked with a "MSR 7" regimental mark. Some minor handling marks overall. The barrel with smooth even surfaces and clear markings: 65% brown remains. In mechanically functional order and original flintlock configuration with original lock components, smooth surfaces and some casehardening colors on the tail. The brass hardware exhibits a pleasing even age patina throughout: repair to the tail-pipe. Original, "MSR No. 87" regimentally marked, iron, button-head ramrod. Missing the sling swivels. A very nice Regimentally marked Third Model Brown Bess from the War of 1812 Period. Overall length 56".. Price: $4,150.00
A VERY GOOD REVOLUTIONARY WAR AMERICAN USED MODEL 1766/8 "CHARLEVILLE" MUSKET, ca. 1768-1773: In overall very good original flintlock condition. The 44 1/2", band-fastened, round, smoothbore, .74 caliber barrel with a top-mounted bayonet lug and a very faint French arsenal inspector's mark on the left side of the breech. The lock of standard configuration with a flat lockplate, a reinforced hammer and marked "Charleville" under the faceted iron powder-pan: also marked with a weakly applied "D" arsenal marking, forward of the hammer. Very good walnut fullstock with sharp contours, scattered handling marks, some expected shrinkage, tight hairlines and dents: the left side of the butt with a "D" Charleville Arsenal mark. The stock with obvious signs of American Rev. War use with a working period reduced comb and a hand-carved "C.S." owner's initials, on the butt (please see G. Neumann’s: “Battle Weapons…”. Regulation full iron mounts of “Model 1768” configuration: three spring-fastened barrel bands -- the rear with the band spring "improvement" of 1768, the trigger-guard with long teardrop finials, a screw-fastened buttplate, and a flat "S"-shaped sideplate. In overall very good original flintlock condition with a fine touch-hole. The barrel retains a smooth steel patina with some scattered light pitting. The lock in mechanically functional order with smooth surfaces and clear "Charleville" marking. The stock with deeply toned surfaces, signs of use, handling marks and abrasions. Very good+ hardware, en suite with the lock and barrel with gunmetal gray steel surfaces. A very nice example of an authentic American used Revolutionary War Mdl. 1766/8 Charleville Musket. Retains its button-head iron ramrod (broken) and both of its sling swivels. Overall length 59 3/4". For a virtually identical example, please see George C. Neumann: "Battle Weapons of the American Revolution", pg. 94. Price: HOLD
A RARE FRENCH REVOLUTION/NAPOLEANIC WAR PERIOD NAVAL RAMPART GUN, ca. 1790s:: In overall fine original flintlock condition. Heavy, thick-walled, 31 1/2", wrought-iron band-fastened, octagonal, smoothbore, .90+ caliber, iron barrel with a front band-mounted blade sight and a “V” rear sight on the top of the breech. The unmarked lock is similar to Regulation Model 1777 configuration with a rounded lockplate and a removable brass powder-pan: made with an earlier-type round gooseneck hammer. Robust walnut fullstock with a thick wrist and fore-stock (made without ramrod provision). Regulation-type "Charleville" Model 1777-type trigger-guard with finger indents and screw-fastened buttplate: two sidebolt escutcheons. Equipped with its original key-fastened swivel yolk. In overall fine, untouched, original flintlock condition. The barrel retains a toned steel gray patina with mottled surfaces, some scattered light pitting and evidence of Sea Service. Lock in functional order with matching untouched surfaces. The stock with smooth, brown/tan surfaces, 75% of its original finish and some minor handling marks. The hardware with a toned gunmetal age patina and some scattered light pitting. A fine and rare example of a Napoleanic War Period French Naval Rampart Gun. Of large and heavy proportion, weighing over 15 lb. Overall length, 48". Price: $10,775.00
A FINE FRENCH & INDIAN/REVOLUTIONARY WAR PERIOD ENGLISH BRASS BARREL FLINTLOCK SEA SERVICE TYPE BLUNDERBUSS, by "BLYTH", ca. 1760: In overall fine untouched condition. London proofed, 16 1/8", pin-fastened, round-to-round, cannon-form, smoothbore, brass barrel with 1.25 caliber muzzle, a baluster-turned breech and wedding-band transitions. The breech with a Heart/"HB" (Henry Blyth I) maker's mark (H. L. Blackmore’s: “Gunmakers of London…” pg. 212-213) and two (2) early, London Gunmaker Co. proof marks. In original flintlock condition with its rounded, thread-engraved lockplate and its matching gooseneck hammer and trefoil-finial frizzen. The face of the lock with dark untouched surfaces and a clear "BLYTH" signature for Henry Blyth I of London, UK: worked, ca. 1741-1787 (please see H. L. Blackmore: "Gunmakers of London", pg. 56). Also marked with a Crown/Broard Arrow Govt. Acceptance mark—indicating military issue. Retains its original lock components with a strong mainspring and original sidebolts. Molded and carved, regulation Sea Service pattern, walnut fullstock with raised teardrop carvings around the lock and sidebolt mortises, the triangular-form butt with a nicely fluted comb and a raised beaver-tail apron, around the iron barrel tang. Sharp contours, smooth surfaces, 85% finish, some scattered handling marks and signs of use and wear. Plain, Service Type, brass hardware: the trigger-guard with a “ball type” forward final. The pinned buttplate with a lightly engraved urn-type finial: a matching flat sideplate with a tail and a single barrel-type ramrod pipe: made without an entry pipe, as is typical of English Naval/Sea Service Arms. Retains untouched brass surfaces with clear engraving and much of its finish. In overall fine original flintlock condition. The barrel with sharp contours, clear markings and choice brass surfaces. In mechanically functional order. Fine walnut fullstock with sharp contours and some scattered handling marks. Brass tip wooden ramrod. A very nice example of a classic French & Indian/Revolutionary War Period English Service Type Brass Barrel Blunderbuss, ca. 1760. Overall length, 32". Price: $5,275.00
RARE GRIFFIN & TOW COACHING CARBINE, ca. 1770s: In overall very good original flintlock condition. The 16", pin-fastened, octagonal to round, smoothbore, .64 caliber barrel with two London proof-marks and a faint "IG" (Joseph Griffin 1741-1782) maker's mark. The breech with the reminents of a "London" marking within a balloon border; and fitted with a scroll-engraved iron tang (missing rear 1/2). The lock of high quality manufacture with a sliding rear safety (missing), a rounded lockplate and gooseneck hammer, each with a "hound's-tooth" border engraving. Clearly engraved, under the powder-pan, "Griffin & Tow" (Griffin & Tow, London England 1772-1782, please see H. Blackmore: Gunmakers of London 1350-1850, pg. 104) Molded and carved, figured walnut fullstock with a pronounced raised comb and made without a butt-plate provision. Engraved brass mounts: a raised "S"-shaped sideplate, two barrel-form ramrod pipes and the trigger-guard with an acorn finial and a "Tudor Rose" engraved on the bow. In overall very good untouched original flintlock condition. The barrel with dark untouched surfaces with some moderate scattered pitting and discoloration overall: visible, though worn markings on the breech. Lock with a strong mainspring and all original components: the hammer will not hold, as the sliding safety interferes with the sear": smooth dark patina and clear markings. Very good stock with smooth surfaces, 75% of its finish, some minor handling marks and some very light scratches overall. Sharp contours and very tight fitting to the mounts and mechanism. Associated? wooden ramrod and forward barrel-key. Overall length 30 1/2". A rare and untouched English coaching carbine made by one of the best gumakers of the 18th century. Price: $3,550.00
A VERY GOOD REVOLUTIONARY WAR USED SHORTLAND PATTERN/SECOND MODEL PATTERN 1778 "LIEGE CONTRACT" BROWN BESS MUSKET, ca. 1778: Regulation length, 42 inch, round, pin-fastened, iron, smoothbore, .75 caliber barrel with a top bayonet lug/sight and two baluster turnings at the breech: the breech-top with two clear Board of Ordnance proof marks and the left edge with a sunken "D"maker's mark. Regulation Pattern 1756 "Liege" lock with single screw behind the cock and marked with a "shaded" "TOWER" and with a Crown "GR" and a crown acceptance mark beneath the powder-pan (please see G. C. Neumann's: "Battle Weapons...", pg. 66). The rounded gooseneck hammer of "Wartime" production" with a hooked spur. In original flintlock configuration with original lock components in functional order: some expected light wear/pitting in the powder-pan and around the touch-hole. Barrel retains a dark, even, brown age patina with some light scattered pitting near the breech. The lock, an even gray/brown color with good markings with a distinct Crown and "Tower": some wear to the Ordnance acceptance mark. Iron button-head ramrod and both its sling swivels. Regulation brass hardware with an even mustard-tone: four brass ramrod pipes, a vacant brass wrist escutcheon, a flat sideplate with tail, a buttplate with a stepped tang and the trigger-guard with a raised hazelnut forward finial. Regulation walnut fullstock with a pronounced lobe on the handrail and a well defined fluted comb on the butt. Marked with two Board of Ordnance acceptance marks behind the trigger-guard and on the right face of the butt, with a clear Storekeeper's mark: the side of the butt with a hand carved "B" owner's initial (indicates likely American Use). In overall very good original flintlock condition. The stock with sharp contours, 75% finish, some minor handling marks, and an old repair at the forestock. Overall a very nice original Revolutionary War Production & Used Second Mdl. Brown Bess musket. *****The Pattern 1778 Liege Contract was an emergency production Second Model Brown Bess, manufactured only during the War, to be supplied to troops fighting in the Colonies. For more details please see DeWitt Bailey's: "Pattern Dates for British Ordnance Small Arms 1718-1783" pg. 10 & G. C. Neumann's: "Battle Weapons of the American Revolution", pg. 66. Price: $6,775.00
A VERY GOOD UNTOUCHED REGIMENTALLY MARKED SOLDIER INSCRIBED AMERICAN REVOLUTIONARY WAR PERIOD AMERICAN-MADE “COS” MUSKET w/ BAYONET, ca. 1770s: In very good untouched original flintlock condition. Made with a recycled, Regimentally Marked, Shortland Pattern, Brown Bess, pin-fastened, 42", smoothbore, .78 caliber, barrel with its top-mounted bayonet lug/front sight. The top of the breech with two Ordnance proof marks and a worn "6TH REGT." Regimental Marking-- for the English 6th Regiment of Foot, which entered America in 1776, saw action in New York and later returned home (Please see http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Royal_Warwickshire_Fusiliers). Finely carved and molded, Roman-Nose, Cherry-wood fullstock with simple raised carving around the lock and sideplate mortises, a slight lobe at the ramrod entry and a flat toe-line: inscribed, in 18th century style characters, with “A. A. Cook” owner’s name. Colonial manufactured, American, sheet brass furniture. The buttplate with a pointed tang, (3) barrel-form ramrod pipes, a flat “Charleville type” S-shaped sideplate: also signed with a "A. A. Cook" owner's name (There are several “A. Cooks” listed as being Revolutionary War Soldiers; and this name should be further researched). The trigger-guard with a flat pointed forward finial. Recycled Brown Bess Lock with its “Wartime notch” gooseneck hammer, original frizzen and teardrop finial frizzen-spring. The face with an obliterated Crown/GR and “TOWER”. In overall very good+, untouched, "attic", original flintlock condition. The iron surfaces of the barrel with a smooth chocolate-brown age patina and the expected light scattered pitting at the touch hole. The lock with all of its original components, matching surfaces and in mechanically functional order. Good stock with 75% finish, sharp contours, some handling marks, tight hairlines, old chips and scattered abrasions. Untouched brass furniture with a deep, mustard, age patina. A very nice example of an untouched, Soldier Inscribed, Regimentally Marked, American Revolutionary War Period, “COS” Musket, ca. 1770s. Complete with its original iron ramrod and Brown Bess Bayonet. The Bayonet with matching, untouched, smooth, brown surfaces and clearly marked with a Crown/4 acceptance mark and with a “Hadley” maker’s signature (an excellent fit to the Musket). Of regulation Longland/Shortland configuration with a 17” triangular blade and a ringed-neck socket with a “4/16” Rack Number. Ordnance marked blade and made by a noted English contractor. Overall length (Bayonet), 21 ½”. Overall length (Musket), 58". For similar examples, please see G. C. Neumann’s: “Battle Weapons…” . Price: $6,775.00
A VERY GOOD+ WAR OF 1812/NAPOLEANIC WAR PERIOD INDIA-PATTERN/THIRD MODEL BROWN BESS MUSKET, ca. 1810s: In very good+ original flintlock condition. Regulation length, 39", .75 caliber, pin-fastened round, smoothbore barrel with top mounted bayonet lug/sight and two Board of Ordnance (GR/V) proof marks on the breech. Walnut fullstock with raised-carved beavertail apron behind the barrel tang and various inspector's marks, behind the sideplate and trigger-guard. Retains 85% finish with some scattered handling marks and sharp contours. "India Pattern", full, brass hardware: the trigger guard with a flat hazelnut forward finial, a raised, "S"-shaped sideplate, a screw-fastened stepped buttplate, (3) three baluster ramrod pipes and a pin-fastened fore-end cap. In original flintlock configuration: the lock of P. 1809 design having a reinforced hammer, a replaced sear and bridle screw and a repaired original mainspring. Clearly marked with a Crown/"GR" Royal cypher and also mmarked with a Crown/broard arrow acceptance mark beneath the "marrow scoop" powder-pan: "TOWER" marked tail: scattered pitting on the face of lockplate and the hammer. In overall very good+, original flintlock condition with a fine touch-hole. The barrel with generally smooth, steel surfaces, clear markings and some scattered discoloration and fine pitting, en suite with the lock. Fine stock with smooth surfaces, some expected handling marks, age-stains and much of its finish. Untouched brass hardware with a nicely toned age-patina. Replaced Button-head iron ramrod and missing both of its sling swivels. A very nice example of a War of 1812/Napoleanic War Period P. 1809 Third Model Brown Bess Musket, ca. 1810s. Overall length 55". Price: $3,375.00
A VERY GOOD WAR OF 1812 PERIOD REGIMENTALLY MARKED THIRD MODEL BROWN BESS MUSKET, ca. 1810: In overall very good original flintlock condition. Standard 39", .75 caliber, pin-fastened round, smoothbore barrel with top mounted bayonet lug/sight and faint British Ordnance proofs at the breech. The breech also marked with a "7..." regimental number on its top. Walnut fullstock with raised-carved apron behind the barrel tang retains 65%+ original varnish with some handling marks overall. The left face of the butt with the large, War of 1812 period, Regimental brand "SEAGO". Regulation full brass hardware: trigger guard with flat acorn finial, raised "S" shaped sideplate, 3-stepped buttplate, 3 baluster ramrod pipes and cast fore-end tip. Ordnance lock with Crown/"GR" and Broad Arrow marking beneath the pan, the tail marked "Tower". Double-throated hammer of P-1809 design. The lock, in fine condition, with sharp markings. The barrel with generally smooth surfaces, with moderate pitting overall and faint proof marks. In original flintlock configuration with all original lock components, smooth surfaces and some casehardening colors on the lock-face. The brass hardware exhibits a pleasing even age patina throughout. Original, iron, button-head ramrod. Retains both of its sling swivels. A very nice Regimentally marked Third Model Brown Bess from the War of 1812 Period. Overall length 56". Discovered in Canada. Price: $4,150.00
A VERY GOOD & SCARCE FRENCH MODEL 1777 "CHARLEVILLE" NAVAL CARBINE w/ “GARDE COTES” MARKINGS, dtd. 1782: In overall very good untouched, original flintlock condition. The, working period reduced?, 30", band-fastened, round, smoothbore, .70 caliber barrel with a "B" French Arsenal inspector's mark and a 17 (82) date on the top of the breech. Very good lock of standard Model 1777 configuration with a rounded lockplate, a matching reinforced hammer and a removable, angled, brass powder-pan: marked with a clear “St. Etienne” arsenal marking: jaw-screw associated?. In mechanically functional order with a strong mainspring and fine timing. Walnut fullstock with Brass & Iron regulation Model 1777 "Charleville" mounts: three (3) barrel bands (the upper brass band of early Model 1777 configuration with its original side-screw) and the middle with its sling-swivel. Regulation pattern trigger-guard with short teardrop forward finial and the rear with finger-grips: retains both sling-swivels. Convex "S"-shaped, iron sideplate and a screw-fastened buttplate: the mounts with various Crown/Fleur di lis inspector’s marks. In overall very good untouched, original flintlock condition. The barrel retains a deep brown-gray patina with clear markings, some scattered light pitting from salt air exposure and is clearly engraved with a “Garde Cotes” “Coast Guard” marking, on the top of the breech. The stock of Regulation Model 1777 design with an incised cheek-piece, on the left side of the butt. Marked with an "AVRIE/1782” dated stamping and a “B” St. Etienne Arsenal inspector’s-mark, on the right side. Retains smooth, dark surfaces, 50%+ finish with some minor handling marks, abrasions, old repairs/hairlines, chips and numerous worm holes (sound & stable). Very good hardware with untouched mustard and gunmetal age-patina with scattered discoloration and light pitting. A very nice and early example of a scarce, Mdl. 1777 Marine/Naval Carbine with Coast Guard Markings, dtd. 1782. Iron ramrod with swelled tip. Overall length, 44 1/2".. Price: $3,250.00
A VERY GOOD COLONIAL PERIOD FRENCH FLINTLOCK TRADE GUN/FUSIL (FUSIL DE CHASSE), ca. 1750: In overall very good+/fine, untouched original flintlock condition. 42", octagonal to round, smoothbore, pin-fastened, .63 caliber barrel with a wedding-band barrel transition and a fine untouched patina: the breech-top adorned with engraved, brass inlayed, floral scroll decorations. Retains an untouched, smooth dark, gunmetal-brown/gray surfaces with some light discoloration and scattered fine pitting. Molded and nicely carved, walnut fullstock with a nicely pronounced, deeply fluted, Roman-Nose Butt. Plain sheet-brass mounts of classic early French form with untouched, mustard-toned surfaces and some expected discoloration and wear.  The trigger-guard with a large bow and a pointed arrowhead finial. Classic, French, Cloud-type sideplate: two sidebolts. The butt-plate with a cloud finial and matching untouched surfaces with a fine mustard patina. Four (4) barrel-form ramrod pipes. Flat, scroll engraved, banana form lock with an untouched gunmetal-gray patina, en suite with the barrel. In mechanically functional order with a weak mainspring; and of early form with a bridle-less powder-pan. Matching, gooseneck hammer and re-faced frizzen. In overall very good+/fine untouched condition. The barrel with generally sharp contours, some scattered discoloration/ pitting and a fine well-used touch-hole. The stock with untouched surfaces, sharp contours, 85% finish, some expected minor abrasions, signs of use and tight hairlines. A very nice example of an early Colonial Period French & Indian War Period Fusil, ca. 1750. In original flintlock configuration and complete with its iron ramrod. Overall length, 58". For a similar example, please see G. C. Neumann’s: “Battle Weapons”. Price: $6,875.00
A VERY FINE MID/LATE 19TH CENTURY BELGIAN? BACK ACTION FLINTLOCK AFRICAN TRADE GUN, ca. 1870-1900: The band-secured, 39 1/4", smoothbore, .69 caliber barrel with a post-type fore-sight: unmarked breech. Light colored hardwood (beechnut?) fullstock with sharp contours and very light handling marks. In overall near excellent condition with lightly toned steel surfaces and a very fine stock with much of its finish. The iron surfaces a smooth steel-gray patina and some light patches of surface discoloration. The stock retains nearly all of its finish (95%) and has only the lightest of handling marks: an old burn? of the left edge of the fore-stock. Full iron mounts of "French"-type design. The three (screw-retained) barrel-bands: the rear band a friction-fit, a triangular sidebolt washer, two iron sling-swivels and the screw-fastened buttplate: the top finial with a "22 D. A. R." over a ""392" marking. Plain iron ramrod and a "French" Mdl. 1777 type trigger-guard with rear finger cuts. Back-Action Flintlock mechanism with its bridled iron powder-pan and its original reinforced hammer. In functional order with a good mainspring and timing: retains an age-patina, en suite with the barrel and its original components and screws. In overall very fine+ original flintlock condition with sharp stock contours, crisp marking -- on the buttplate-tang and smooth steel-gray surfaces. A very fine example of a Belgian? mid to late 19th century African Trade Musket, ca. 1870-1900. The type of gun sold to native Colonials, in the Congo, etc. Overall length, 55 1/4". Price: $1,175.00
A VERY GOOD+ SCARCE WAR OF 1812 PERIOD TYPE II US MODEL 1812 SPRINGFIELD MUSKET, Dtd. 1815: In overall very good+ original flintlock condition. Band-fastened, regulation, round, iron, smoothbore, .69 caliber, 42" barrel with its top-mounted bayonet lug: the bands of US Mdl. 1812 Type II configuration with retaining studs. The breech with a V, P & Eagle-Head Federal proof marks. Walnut fullstock of regulation Springfield Model 1812 design-- the left side of the butt-stock with an incised cheek-piece. Very good surfaces, 85%+ finish, some scattered handling marks, minor old fills/hairlines and light wear: stamped behind the trigger-guard and the sideplate with an oval cartouche. Full iron hardware with steel-gray surfaces and some scattered light pitting/discoloration. Three barrel-bands, a screw-fastened trigger-guard with rounded finials and the buttplate with a screw-fastened tang: retains both of its sling swivels. Very good lock of regulation US Mdl. 1812 design with a rounded iron powder-pan, flat beveled contours; and its matching, Rounded, reinforced hammer. In original flintlock condition with evidence of use/wear, having a worn frizzen-face, a forge-bushed touch-hole and scattered pitting and erosion to the pan. A visible US/Eagle/Springfield markings and clearly marked with an 1815 date behind the hammer: the Eagle worn. In overall very good+ original flintlock condition. The barrel with very good markings, cleaned and re-toning, steel surfaces and some scattered pitting: minor old marks and age-staining. Very good stock with various handling marks and minor, old, repaired cracks and tight hairlines. The mounts/hardware with matching, steel surfaces and some scattered discoloration/pitting. Very good lock with its original components and a clear 1815 date. In mechanically functional order with a strong mainspring and fine timing: various screw-heads with a matching point-type "assembly" marking. In overall very good+ original flintlock condition with the expected signs of military use. A very nice example of a scarce US Model 1812 Springfield Musket, dtd. 1815. Trumpet type iron ramrod. Overall length, 56 1/2".. Price: SOLD
A VERY GOOD UNTOUCHED 19th CENTURY NORTH AFRICAN (ALGERIAN) SNAPHAUNCE KABYLE "CAMEL" GUN, ca. 1850: In overall very good untouched condition. The octagonal to round, Near-Eastern-made, 46", iron, .60 caliber, smoothbore, band-fastened barrel with its original decorative brass barrel bands and its rear sight. Typical North African (Algerian), molded and carved, hardwood, fullstock with a wide and flared, flat, triangular-form butt: some abrasions/wear at the buttplate. Adorned with scroll-engraved, sheet-brass appliqués, attached with numerous brass and iron "trade tacks": untouched patina with rich, dark, mustard-toned surfaces. Very good stock with a dark age-patina, some minor shrinkage at the lock and the expected old chips, tight hairlines and scattered handling marks. In its original, Dutch/English lock, Snaphaunce configuration with a nicely sculpted gooseneck hammer and its original round-face bolster, frizzen and sliding pan-cover: of classic Snaphaunce configuration. In untouched condition with some scattered pitting and surface discoloration: a strong mainspring and its original trigger and sear (will not hold on cocked position). Untouched steel-gray surfaces with some patches of discoloration and pitting. Complete with its sculpted/chiseled iron ramrod and its engraved brass trigger-guard with a pointed forward finial. In overall very good untouched condition: the barrel with an untouched brown-gray age patina and some discoloration/pitting: fine touch-hole. The stock with some scattered handling marks, minor chips, several tight hairlines, old repairs and the expected signs of use -- seen on virtually all original examples of these guns. The iron surfaces with an untouched age-patina and the expected pitting and rust-staining on the breech and lockplate. A nice and authentic "working type" example of a famed North African Kabyle: the type of gun used, with great affect, by the Nomadic Peoples of Algeria, Tunisia & Morocco. For similar examples, please see G. C. Stone's: "Glossary of the Construction & Decoration of Arms...". Overall length, 59".. Price: $1,375.00
A FINE EARLY 19th CENTURY NEW ENGLAND CLUB-BUTT FOWLER, ca. 1815: In overall Fine condition. Long & Heavy, 46", .75 caliber, sighted (sights removed), pin-fastened, octagonal to round, smoothbore barrel with a “wedding-band” transition and two Birmingham post-1813 Blackpowder proof marks, on the top left side of the breech. Early 19th century form, original Flintlock mechanism with a flat scroll-engraved “Commercial”-type lockplate with rounded tail, its matching angled gooseneck hammer and a waterproof powder-pan with a roller on its frizzen-spring. Fine lock with smooth steel gray surfaces and sharp scroll engraving. In mechanically functional order with its original components and a strong mainspring. Late type, “New England Club Butt form”, walnut fullstock with a flared fish-belly butt-section—--a raised cheek-piece on its left side, simple carving around the lock and sidebolt mortises and a long slender fore-stock. Simply engraved full brass furniture of Gunsmith & Commercial make: the buttplate with a long stepped tail with fine scroll engraving. Simple sheet brass trigger-guard with a plain, flat, rectangular forward finial and a simple fluted bow. Two sheet-brass teardrop sidebolt escutcheons and three sheet-brass ramrod-pipes, en suite: button-tip iron ramrod. In overall fine condition with distinct contours, some scattered handling marks, light signs of use/wear, minor dents, tight old hairlines and two old filled holes on the butt-stock. Original and functioning double-set iron triggers. Smooth metal surfaces with sharp contours and markings and 45% brown finish, on the barrel. Retains a fine dark gray age-patina with some light scattered discoloration/pitting and wear. In original flintlock configuration with a fine touch hole. Fine commercial type lock with matching choice steel surfaces and sharp engraving. The stock with much (85%+) of its finish and exhibits some expected signs of use/wear: scattered minor handling marks and the noted old fills and hairlines. A large and impressive Flintlock “Market Type” New England Flintlock Club-Butt Fowler/Hunting Gun with its original length, Birmingham proofed, Large Bore, English barrel, ca. 1815. Overall length, 63". Price: $3,275.00
A REVOLUTIONARY WAR "EMERGENCY PRODUCTION" SHORTLAND PATTERN/SECOND MODEL PATTERN 1778 LIEGE CONTRACT BROWN BESS MUSKET, ca. 1778-79: Slightly reduced, 40 ¾”, round, pin-fastened, iron, smoothbore, .75 caliber barrel with a top bayonet lug/sight and two baluster turnings at the breech. The top of the breech with two GR/V Ordnance Proofmarks and an “IG” maker’s mark within a rectangular cartouche: of classic Liege Contract form {please see “Pattern Dates…”, pg. 7}—-- forge-bushed touch-hole. Regulation Pattern 1756/68 type lock with single screw behind the cock and a trefoil finial frizzen-spring. The tail marked with a "Tower", in classic Liege Contract “shaded” characters; and the face with a “rounded” Crown "GR" without a broad arrow/crown, beneath the powder-pan. The original rounded gooseneck hammer of "Wartime" production" with a hooked spur and a thread-engraved top-jaw, en suite with the lockplate and hammer. In original flintlock configuration; and in functional order with a strong mainspring and fine timing. Retains dark untouched surfaces with some light wear/pitting at the powder-pan and around the touch-hole. Barrel retains a dark, even, brown age patina with some light scattered pitting near the breech. Associated iron ramrod with button-head and complete with both sling swivels. Regulation Shortland Pattern (Liege Contract)brass hardware with an even mustard-tone: four brass ramrod pipes (the second pipe missing and of a "Pratt" improvement design), a vacant shield-type brass wrist escutcheon, a flat sideplate with a tail and the buttplate with a wide three (3) stepped tang. The trigger-guard with a raised hazelnut forward finial and the fore-end with its brass muzzle-cap. Regulation walnut fullstock with a pronounced lobe on the handrail and a well-defined fluted comb on the butt. Marked with two illegible Board of Ordnance inspector’s marks behind the trigger-guard, another marking behind the sideplate; and the face of the butt without a Storekeeper's mark. In overall good+ original flintlock condition (as is). The stock with sharp contours, 65%+ finish, some scattered handling marks, signs of use/wear, an old missing chunk, at the top edge of the lock mortise, minor gouges, light scuffs and shrinkage. The barrel with smooth steel surfaces, clear markings and the noted working-period minor reduction at the muzzle. Very good lock with clear markings, fine mechanics and its original components *****A classic example of Revolutionary War Production Pattern 1778 Liege Contract Second Model Brown Bess Musket, ca. 1779. For more details please see DeWitt Bailey’s: "Pattern Dates for British Ordnance Small Arms 1718-1783" pg. 7, 10 & 68 & G. C. Neumann’s: “Battle Weapons of the American Revolution”. Price: $6,775.00
A FINE+ FRENCH & INDIAN/REVOLUTIONARY WAR PERIOD FRENCH FLINTLOCK OFFICER’S FUSIL, ca. 1770: In overall fine+, untouched original flintlock condition. Fine quality, 41", octagonal to round, smoothbore, pin-fastened, .70 caliber barrel with a brass fore-sight, a bottom-mounted bayonet-lug and a sculpted and stepped breech/tang. Retains an untouched, smooth silver-gray age patina with some light discoloration and light patches of discoloration/fine salt & pepper. Molded and nicely carved, figured, walnut fullstock of classic rococo “Sedan” form with a sculpted and deeply fluted comb and a fine quality relief carved floral bouquet, around the barrel tang: classic raised teardrops at the sideplate and lock.  Finely etched and embossed brass mounts with untouched, mustard-toned, smooth surfaces and some expected light discoloration.  The trigger-guard with a deeply embossed and finely engraved, raised, urn-type forward finial and a floral & martial-theme engraved bow. Floral engraved, rifle-type sideplate with finely contoured/sculpted surfaces and both of its sidebolts. Finely engraved butt-plate with an arrowhead forward finial, smooth surfaces and a finely etched floral accents. Three (3) baluster-form ramrod pipes with flared mouths and smooth surfaces.  Extensively engraved flat lock with an untouched patina, 75% polish, some minor discoloration and in mechanically functional order with fine timing and strong mainspring: a martial theme engraving, on its tail and an early form un-bridled and faceted powder-pan. Matching, engraved, gooseneck hammer and frizzen, en suite. In overall fine untouched condition. The barrel with sharp contours, some scattered discoloration/fine pitting, a sharp touch-hole and fine contours. Fine stock with choice untouched surfaces, some expected abrasions, signs of light use, minor hairlines, fine quality rococo carvings and 85%+ finish. The lock with 75% polish, fine contours, sharp engraving, its original components and fine timing. Very fine and extensively embellished brass mounts with classic French floral engravings. A very nice example of a rare and fine quality French & Indian/American Revolutionary War Period French Flintlock Officer’s Fusil, ca. 1750. In original flintlock configuration and complete with its button tip iron ramrod, of “Charleville” design. Overall length, 56". For a similar example, please see G. C. Neumann’s: “Battle Weapons”. Price: $6,275.00
A VERY GOOD DOUBLE BARREL FRENCH FLINTLOCK FOWLER, ca. 1750s:: In overall very good, untouched original flintlock condition. Fine quality, light weight round, smoothbore, .62 caliber (20 ga.), 33 1/2", key-fastened, silver sighted barrels with "patent-type" breeches (right muzzle with minor dent). Retains an untouched age patina with some patches of discoloration, scattered pitting and generally smooth gunmetal gray surfaces. Molded and finely carved, nicely figured Walnut halfstock of classic French rococo design with a sculpted and deeply fluted comb and a floral relief carving, around the barrel tang: raised teardrops around the locks. Lightly engraved steel mounts with generally smooth untouched brown-gray surfaces, some scattered light discoloration and pitting. The trigger-guard with finely sculpted urn-type forward finial and a raised-stepped bow. A screw-fastened buttplate with a rounded top finial. Two (2) barrel-form ramrod pipes. And an etched and embossed silver wrist escutcheon. Very good locks with smooth untouched gray surfaces and clear "Bonefide? L'anne/St. Ettiene" signature/address. In mechanically functional order with strong mainsprings their original components and functioning double triggers: clear markings and light patinated untouched surfaces. In overall very good untouched original flintlock condition. The barrels with fine contours and some scattered pitting/discoloration. Fine stock with well-executed rococo carvings, its original blue velvet cheek-piece, (fraying, minor tears and old repairs) some minor handling marks, tight hairlines, small repairs/fills and 75%+ finish. A very nice example of a Classic Rococo Period Double Barrel French Flintlock Fowler, ca. 1750s. Replaced wooden ramrod. Overall length, 49 1/2". Price: $5,275.00
A VERY GOOD NAPOLEONIC/WAR OF 1812 PERIOD (P. 1809) THIRD MODEL BROWN BESS MUSKET, ca. 1810s: In overall very good, clean original flintlock condition. Standard 39", .75 caliber, pin-fastened round, smoothbore barrel with top mounted bayonet lug/sight and British Ordnance proofs at the breech. Walnut fullstock with raised-carved apron behind the barrel tang retains 75% varnish with some scattered handling marks, abrasions, signs of use and several hairlines. Regulation Pattern full brass hardware: the trigger guard with a flat acorn finial, a raised "S" shaped sideplate, 3-stepped buttplate, 3 baluster ramrod pipes and cast fore-end tip. Board of Ordnance marked lock with Crown/"GR" and Broad Arrow marking beneath the “marrow-scoop” (P. 1809) powder-pan, the tail marked "Tower". Double-throated/Reinforced hammer of P-1809 design: replaced top jaw & screw. In overall very good original flintlock condition. Some handling marks and wear overall. The barrel with generally smooth, clean, steel-gray surfaces and visible markings. The lock, en suite; and in mechanically functional order. In original flintlock configuration with scattered pitting and some wear to the markings. The brass hardware exhibits an even patina throughout. Original, iron, button-head ramrod; and retains both its sling swivels. A nice example of a P. 1809 Third Model Brown Bess from the Napoleonic/War of 1812 Period. Overall length 56". Price: $3,250.00
A FINE ENGLISH FLINTLOCK FOWLER, by HAWKES ca. 1815: In overall fine, untouched, original flintlock condition. Octagonal to round, 33", smoothbore, key-fastened, . 65 caliber (16 gauge), sighted, Damascus steel barrel with a gold-banded, Patent type breech, a "LONDON" address and a finely engraved starburst design. The breech and tang further adorned with a finely engraved vine and floral scroll: also stamped with a deeply sunken, gold "LONDON" punch mark. The lock of classic early 19th century design with a highly engraved, flat, stepped lockplate and its matching "French-type" hammer. Marked, under the waterproof powder-pan with a deeply sunken, rectangular, silver-inlayed "HAWKES" signature for Thomas Hawkes of London, UK, ca. 1810s (please see H. L. Blackmore's: "Gunmakers of London", pg. 111. Retains 60%+ polish with sharp contours and a clear signature: fine mechanics with its original components: some patches of surface discoloration/fine scattered pitting -- platinum-lined touch-hole. Lightweight and graceful, molded, carved and checkered halfstock with 95% finish and some light handling marks, minor gouges and wear. The left side of the buttstock with a sculpted and raised cheek-piece. Lightly engraved Steel & Silver mounts. A single sidebolt with engraved head and a silver escutcheon. An engraved steel trigger-guard with a chiseled urn-forward finial, an etched bow and an open rear spur. Three barrel-form ramrod-pipes -- the rear silver. A steel buttplate with a long top finial/tang with an engraved hound, en suite with the lock's tail. And a silver fore-end cap and two silver barrel-key escutcheons. In overall fine untouched original flintlock condition. The barrel with a choice steel-gray patina, some light patches of discoloration, a distinct Damascus twist (50%+) and a minor swell at the muzzle. Clear silver inlayed signature, fine punch marks and a very high quality English barrel with gold banding and a platinum-lined touch-hole. Fine lock with its original components, in mechanically functional order and smooth untouched surfaces with some light scattered discoloration and fine pitting. Fine quality, graceful and light weight, walnut halfstock with 95% finish, sharp checkering, on its wrist; and minor scattered handling marks and abrasions. Retains 95% finish with untouched surfaces; and complete with its silver tip ramrod. A very fine quality Early 19th Century English Flintlock Fowler, ca. 1815. Overall length, 48 1/8". Price: $3,750.00
EXTREMELY RARE "MANTON" SIGNED BREECH LOADING FLINTLOCK RIFLE, ca. 1810: In overall fine original flintlock condition. The key fastened, octagonal, deeply rifled, .70 caliber, 28 1/2", iron barrel with an integral side-mounted threaded breech section, which accesses the powder chamber. The top of the breech with a "*"/R. W" maker's mark and a "PRO" "VED:" (Birmingham, ca. 1800) proof mark. The maker's mark is that of Richard Wilson 1 (1772-1805), who worked in London, UK (please see H. L. Blackmore's: Gunmakers of London 1350-1850", pg. 203). Walnut fullstock of quasi-military design with a robust comb-less butt section and a heavy forestock: nicely checkered wrist. Fitted with its original, martial type, brass mounts. Brown Bess type butt-plate with a stepped finial, three (3) baluster ramrod pipes, a pin-fastened nose-cap and an acorn finial type trigger-guard with a pointed rear. The side of the breech fitted with its original iron screw-lever-- which unthreads to expose the breech, for loading: the Paktong bridle is screw fastened to a rectangular brass base. The system is reminiscent of a side-mounted "Ferguson" and is very similar to the design of breech-loading rifle made by James Wilkes (please see H. L. Blackmore's: British Military Firearms", pg. 145). Fine quality lock with an engraved French type hammer, a sliding rear safety (defective), scroll engraved borders, a bridled waterproof powder-pan and a roller on the frizzen spring. Signed under the powder pan with a "MANTON" signature in engraved block characters, for. J. Manton of London, UK (please see H. L. Blackmore, pg. 137-138). In overall fine original flintlock condition. The barrel with smooth surfaces, sharp contours/markings and its original platinum touch-hole liner: fine bore. Some isolated patches of discoloration, moderate pitting overall and light wear. Retains its original, iron, "buck-horn", rear sight. The lock with matching smooth surfaces, 15% original polish, scattered pitting, some wear to the signature and in mechanically functional order: associated top-jaw. Very fine stock with much of its original finish, some light handling marks, a tight hairline at the fore-end tip and very good checkering at the wrist with, some light wear. The hardware with a lightly toned mustard patina and evidence of a light cleaning. A very rare and well made Breech-Loading Flintlock Rifle by a member of the esteemed "Manton" gunmaking Family. A unique opportunity to acquire an authentic English Military type Breech-loading Flintlock OFFICER"S Rifle. ***Quite possibly a privately commissioned, experimental-type, officer's weapon: as suggested by its overall appearance and large caliber. Retains its original iron cleaning rod. Overall length, 44 1/2". Price: $8,875.00
A VERY RARE WAR OF 1812/NAPOLEANIC WAR PERIOD EXPERIMENTAL THIRD MODEL/INDIA PATTERN BROWN BESS MUSKET w/ WATERPROOF POWDER-PAN & ORIGINAL BAYONET, ca. 1805: In overall fine+ original flintlock condition. Regulation, 39", pin-fastened, round, .75 caliber, iron barrel with baluster turned breech and nearly obliterated proof marks, on the top of the breech. Walnut full stock with a raised beavertail apron at the barrel tang and sharp contours with an 180? dtd Storekeeper's mark, a "C.R" stock maker's mark and various acceptance marks, in the ramrod channel and behind the trigger-guard. Regulation pattern brass furniture: three baluster ramrod pipes, a stepped buttplate, a flat hazelnut finial trigger-guard, a pin-fastened nose cap and the raised "S"-shaped sideplate. Very Rare Odrnance Pattern Lock with a gooseneck hammer and fitted with a waterproof powder-pan. {According to English accounts, Durs Egg submitted 25 such muskets for miltary trial.} Sharp Crown "GR" and crown acceptance marking under the powder-pan: clearly marked "TOWER", behind the hammer. In overall fine, clean original flintlock condition. The barrel with scattered pitting, evidence of cleaning, smooth steel-gray surfaces and its original front sight/bayonet lug. Very fine stock with 85% finish, some scattered handling marks and clear markings. In mechanically functional order with its original lock components: cleaned with some wear and pitting overall. Complete with its original sling swivels and ramrod. Original "S. Hill" marked experimental bayonet, cut for the large-lug: matching steel gray surfaces. A very nice and rare example of an experimental India Pattern/Third Model Brown Bess Musket and Bayonet, ca. 1805. Overall length, 56". Price: $6,000.00
	A VERY GOOD MEXICAN-AMERICAN WAR PERIOD "PAGET" TYPE ENGLISH FLINTLOCK CARBINE, ca. 1835: In overall very good to fine untouched original flintlock condition. Regulation pattern, baluster-turned, round, iron, 20 1/2", smoothbore, .75 caliber, key-fastened barrel with two (2) Birmingham, ca. 1813 proof marks, on the breech. Pattern 1809, lock with a rounded reinforced hammer, untouched steel-gray surfaces and a fine age patina overall. Marked under the powder-pan with a large Crown and the tail with a “TOWER/PROOF”. 19th Century type walnut fullstock with a slight lobe at the ramrod entry and no comb, on the buttstock. Full brass mounts: a squared finial trigger-guard, two (2) ramrod pipes, a pin-fastened nose-cap and a brass buttplate. The left side of the stock with its original iron saddle-bar and suspension-ring: complete with its captive iron ramrod, bridle and screws. In overall very good+ to fine untouched condition. The barrel and lock with a smooth steel-gray age patina, clear proof marks and some scattered light discoloration and salt & pepper. The lock retains its original components and is in functional order with a strong mainspring and matching smooth surfaces. Very good stock with sharp contours, 80%+ finish, some expected handling marks, minor gouges, scattered abrasions and age-stains. Marked behind the trigger-guard with a "SS4" rack/unit marking and with a "SARGANT & SON" stamping. Sargant & Son of Birmingham, UK, were noted maker's and suppliers of military weapons 1834-1848. (please see Nigel Brown's: "British Gunmakers" vol. 2, pg. 325). The hardware with a fine, untouched, mustard, age patina. A very nice original flintlock Commercially manufactured Mexican-American War Period English “Paget” type Carbine, ca. 1835. The type of weapon manufactured for English Colonial use and/or export abroad; with many such guns used by various South and Central American Countries. Overall length, 36". Price: $1,975.00
A VERY GOOD UNTOUCHED NAPOLEANIC WAR PERIOD THIRD MODEL/INDIA PATTERN BROWN BESS MUSKET w/ DOGLOCK SAFETY, ca. 1806: In overall very good+ original flintlock condition. The standard 39 1/4", pin-fastened, round, .75 caliber, iron barrel with its top-mounted bayonet-lug/sight and baluster turned breech with two Board of Ordnance Proof marks. Also marked, on its left side, with an "8776" rack No; and with an "ID", "PS" and "SM" inspector's marks, on its top. Regulation walnut full stock with a raised beavertail apron at the barrel tang, sharp contours, several acceptance/inspector's marks and an 1806 dtd. Storekeeper's mark: scattered handling marks, some minor hairlines and various hand-carved owner's initials, on the butt. A carved "132 99" on the left side of the butt. Regulation India-pattern brass furniture with an untouched age patina and smooth brass surfaces: three (3) baluster ramrod pipes, a stepped buttplate, a flat hazelnut finial trigger-guard, a pin-fastened nose cap and a raised "S"-shaped sideplate. Board of Ordnance inspected, Pattern-1796 Lock with a gooseneck hammer, the rear with a dog-type safety-catch. Engraved with a sharp Crown/"GR" royal cypher and a clear Crown/Broad Arrow acceptance mark, under the powder-pan: a sharp "TOWER", behind the hammer. In its Doglock configuration and fitted with its screw-retained hook. Of possible Swedish Contract, as indicated by the dog-type safety-catch, which is very similar to their Model 1775 & 1815 Muskets. Also the English helped resupply Sweden with Muskets, after their Stores were pillaged by the Russians. In overall very good untouched original flintlock condition. The barrel with sharp markings, smooth steel gray surfaces and some scattered light discoloration. Very good stock with 85% of its finish, some scattered handling marks, minor chips and sharp contours. In mechanically functional order with all of its original lock components, as configured. A strong mainspring, sharp markings and a fine touch-hole. Complete with its original sling swivels and its iron button-head ramrod. An unusual India Pattern/Third Model Brown Bess Musket, dtd. 1806. Overall length, 55". Price: $3,675.00
A VERY GOOD SARDINIAN/CORSICAN MIQUELET LONG FOWLER, ca. 1780: In overall very good lightly cleaned original flintlock condition. Fine quality, 57", octagonal to round, smoothbore, band-fastened, iron, .65 caliber barrel with a baluster-turned wedding-band transition, smooth, steel gray, coloration and some scattered pitting overall. Classic Sardinian-form, molded and carved, figured, burl Walnut fullstock of with a sculpted and fluted, thin, triangular butt with deeply chiseled and etched steel mounts, of Italianate, baroque inspired, floral scroll design. Neapolitan-type Miquelet lock with a lightly discolored steel-gray age patina and in mechanically functional order with all of its original components. Etched and finely engraved steel mounts: the long sideplate with deeply chiseled surfaces, the stock inlayed with etched steel panels, en suite with the sideplate, a sculpted trigger-guard, two plain sheet iron barrel bands and a pierced comb-plate with lightly engraved surfaces. In overall very good condition. The barrel with a lightly cleaned steel-gray age patina, a working-life strap repair to the barrel-tang, very good contours and some moderate pitting. Very good stock with sharp contours, deeply fluted carving, some scattered handling marks and abrasions, old repaired hairline at the top of the comb and forward of the lock mortise. Retains 65%+ original finish with fine contours. The lock retains 25% original polish with smooth surfaces, a strong mainspring and all of its original components: in functional order. A nice representative example of a Sardinian/Corsican Miquelet Fowler, ca. 1780. Overall length, 62". For a similar example, please see C. G. Stone's: "Construction & Decoration of Arms...". Price: $3,150.00
A VERY GOOD+ “ATTIC CONDITION” AMERICAN REVOLUTIONARY WAR AMERICAN MADE TIGER-MAPLE STOCK "CHARLEVILLE" MUSKET/FUSIL, ca. 1770: In overall very good untouched, original flintlock condition. The 38 1/2", band-fastened, round, smoothbore, .74 caliber barrel with a top-mounted bayonet lug and a very faint French “D” Charleville arsenal mark on the left side of the breech. The lock of standard "Charleville" configuration with a flat lockplate, a reinforced hammer and very faintly marked "Charleville" under the faceted iron powder-pan: also marked with a "D" arsenal marking, forward of the hammer. Very good+ American Tiger-Maple fullstock of classic Colonial New England design with a slightly curved deeply fluted butt-stock and simple raised carving,around the lock and sideplate. Retains sharp contours with a distinct Tiger Maple Grain Pattern and nicely figured grain. Some scattered light handling marks, expected shrinkage, surface oxidation and minor abrasions. Regulation Pattern, full iron mounts of “Charleville Model 1768” configuration: three spring-fastened barrel bands -- the rear with the band spring "improvement" of 1768 (middle band missing its spring), the trigger-guard with long teardrop finials, a screw-fastened buttplate, and a flat "S"-shaped sideplate. In overall very good+, untouched. “attic” original flintlock condition with a fine touch-hole. The barrel retains a smooth, deep, dark, brown-gray patina with some scattered light pitting. The lock, en suite and in mechanically functional order with its original components (refaced frizzen) a weak mainspring and generally smooth dark surfaces. The stock with richly toned untouched, lightly oxidized surfaces, expected signs of use, handling marks and light abrasions: fine Tiger-Maple Striping with a nicely toned grain pattern. Very good+ hardware, en suite with the lock and barrel with gunmetal gray steel surfaces: retain both sling swivels. A very nice example of an authentic American used Revolutionary Period Tiger Maple Stock “Charleville” Musket/Fusil, ca. 1770. Retains its button-head iron ramrod. Overall length 53". For a similar example, please see George C. Neumann: "Battle Weapons of the American Revolution", pg. 146. Price: $5,575.00
A FINE NAPOLEONIC WAR PERIOD FRENCH MODEL AN IX (NAVAL) MUSKET, ca. 1810: In overall fine, untouched original flintlock condition. The 39", brass-band-fastened, round, smoothbore, .70 caliber, iron barrel with a bottom-mounted bayonet lug and a fine touch-hole. Fine, Unmarked, “Model 1777” lock configuration with a rounded lockplate, its original reinforced hammer and its removable, angled, brass powder-pan. In mechanically functional order with a strong mainspring, fine timing and its original lock components. Molded and carved, regulation pattern French Mdl. 1777/AN IX, Walnut fullstock with full brass mounts: three spring-retained (3) barrel bands -- middle band with its original sling-swivel. The brass trigger-guard of Mdl. 1777/AN IX configuration with a short, pointed, teardrop, forward finial and the rear with finger-grips: original stud-mounted sling-swivel, forward of the bow. The flat "S"-shaped sideplate with an Arsenal marking and its brass, screw-fastened buttplate: complete with its original trumpet-type iron ramrod. The furniture with an untouched mustard-toned age patina and smooth surfaces. In original flintlock condition: the barrel retains a smooth gunmetal-brown age-patina with some scattered light discoloration/fine-pitting and sharp contours: The lock, en suite; with 55% latent polish; and in mechanically functional order with matching untouched surfaces. Fine stock of Regulation Model 1777/AN IX design with an incised cheek-piece, on the left side of the buttstock and sharp contours without repairs. Retains smooth dark surfaces, 90% finish with minor handling marks and expected light abrasions and signs of use: the left side of the buttstock with a “B” & “DIDIER” brand. Fine untouched hardware with a rich age-patina and some minor patches of discoloration. A very nice example of the Classic French Napoleonic War French Mdl. AN IX Brass Mounted (Naval) Musket, ca. 1810. Original iron ramrod, both its sidebolts and sling swivels. Overall length, 54". Price: $3,575.00
A GOOD WAR OF 1812 PERIOD THIRD MODEL/INDIA PATTERN BROWN BESS MUSKET, ca. 1805: In overall good+ reconverted condition. The standard, 39", pin-fastened, round, .75 caliber iron barrel with a baluster turned breech (worn rings) and two (2) London Tower Private Proof marks on the top: also marked with a Crown/4 acceptance mark and with a "TK" barrel maker's mark -- for Thomas Ketland. Old reconverted touch hole with evidence of a bushing and some scattered light vise marks. Third Model, Brown Bess, walnut fullstock with a bulbous lobe at the tail-pipe and a raised beavertail apron around the barrel tang. Marked with an Ordnance Crown acceptance stamp and with another "TK" marking, behind the trigger-guard. Stamped in the ramrod channel with various inspector's marks and with a "Ketland" stock-maker's stamp. (Thomas Ketland of Birmingham, UK, who in partnership with William Walker, had a contract with the Board of Ordnance Dept. 1799-18121), please see H. L. Blackmore's: "Gunmakers of London...", pg. 126. Regulation India Pattern brass furniture: three (3) ramrod pipes, a buttplate with a three-stepped tail, the trigger-guard with a flat hazelnut finial, the pin-fastened nose-cap and the raised "S"-shaped sideplate. Reconverted, (using old original parts) Pre-1809 Pattern Lock with a shallow wider powder-pan and a heavy gooseneck hammer. Good Crown "GR" under the powder-pan and "TOWER" on the tail. In overall good+ generally untouched condition. The barrel retains a dark brown age patina with smooth surfaces: clear markings and some pitting at the breech. The stock retains 65% of its varnish with sharp contours, good markings, scattered handling marks and a repair to its writs. Another at the bottom edge of the butt and an old missing chip of wood, at the top edge of the lock mortise. In mechanically functional order with scattered discoloration, pitting and wear to the lock. Missing its sling swivels and ramrod. A nice example of a War of 1812/Napoleanic War Period India Pattern/Third Model Brown Bess Musket. Overall length, 55. Price: $2,000.00
A FINE+ SWEDISH MODEL 1791 DOGLOCK MUSKET, ca. 1790s: In overall fine+ original "flintlock" condition. The regulation pattern, 42 1/4", band-fastened, round, .78 caliber, iron barrel with its bottom-mounted bayonet-lug: the breech with a "660/24" Unit/rack No. Hardwood full stock with sharp contours, several acceptance/inspector's marks, two "JAO" inspector's brands, various carved initials and a matching "660" marking: some light scattered handling marks and minor hairlines. Regulation pattern Model 1791 brass furniture with a lightly toned age patina and smooth brass surfaces: three (3) pin-retained barrel-bands, a screw-fastened buttplate, a short finial trigger-guard with a "660" marking and the flat "L"-shaped sideplate with a 24/660" and a "PLB" marking. Regulation Pattern-1791 Swedish Lock with a gooseneck hammer, the rear with its original dog-type safety-catch/notch. In original Doglock configuration and complete with its screw-retained hook and rounded frizzen. In fine untouched condition with smooth silver-gray surfaces, a Swedish acceptance mark under the bridled powder-pan and fine mechanics. The barrel with sharp markings, matching, smooth surfaces and only some scattered light discoloration. Fine stock with 90% finish, some minor scattered handling marks, expected abrasions, patches of light wear and sharp contours/markings. In mechanically functional order with all of its original lock components: a fine touch-hole. Complete with both its sling swivels and its original iron trumpet-head ramrod. A rarely seen Swedish Model 1791 Doglock Musket, ca. 1790s. Overall length, 58". Price: $4,375.00
A FINE+ FRENCH & INDIAN/REVOLUTIONARY WAR PERIOD ENGLISH FLINTLOCK "MUSKET BORE" TAKEDOWN OFFICER’S FUSIL/CARBINE, BY H. HADLEY, ca. 1750: In overall fine+, untouched original flintlock condition. Octagonal-to-round, 35 1/2", flared muzzle, smoothbore, key-fastened, .75 caliber (Musket Bore), iron barrel with flat breech-top, a finely sculpted wedding-band trasition (of Spanish-Style) and a hooked-type breech. The lock of classic English design having a thread-engraved, flat lockplate with a stepped tail, its original matching gooseneck hammer, matching frizzen and a bridled gold-washed powder-pan. The touch-hole with a matching gold-liner. Sharply engraved with a "H. HADLEY" maker’s signature: Henry Hadley of London, UK (wrk. 1734- ca. 1774)-- Contracted with the Board of Ordnance, in 1756 and was also noted for his “Spanish-type Barrel” Pistols; with examples in the Royal Collections of Windsor Castle & Tower of London (please see H. L. Blackmore's: "Gunmakers of London", pg. 106). Retains fine+ contours with crisp mechanics with its original components. Molded, finely carved and graceful, walnut fullstock with a deeply fluted comb, a flared muzzle-end (minor chip on right side) and simple raised points, behind the lockplate and sideplate mortises. Of mid Georgian Period takedown design with a two-piece forestock having iron spacers, at the partition; and the barrel with its original key fastings and hooked breech—-for ease in removal/takedown. Fine quality plain steel mounts of English martial form. The rifle-type sideplate of “Lord Loudon” design with its two original sidebolts and rear wood-screw. The trigger-guard with a flared forward finial and a fluted bow. Three barrel-form ramrod-pipes and a long stepped buttplate-tang with a pointed finial. Original brass tip wooden ramrod with its iron jag. In overall fine+ untouched original flintlock condition. The barrel with an untouched gunmetal-toned age patina, some light patches of discoloration/minor staining and generally smooth surfaces. A fine quality, "Musket-bore", swamped, iron barrel with its original silver “spider web” fore-sight, a flared muzzle and early type key fastenings. Fine lock in functional order with smooth, untouched surfaces, a strong mainspring, and a nicely engraved maker’s signature. The stock with only some scattered light handling marks, minor abrasions and a very fine dark grain pattern: retains 95%+ finish. A very nice example of a French & Indian/Revolutionary War Period English Flintlock Officer’s “Takedown” Fusil/Carbine, ca. 1750. Overall length, 50 1/4". For a similar example, please see G. C. Neumann’s: “Battle Weapons…”. Price: $7,250.00
A GOOD REVOLUTIONARY WAR PERIOD TIGER-MAPLE STOCK PERCUSSION CONVERSION NEW ENGLAND FOWLER, ca. 1770-1840: In (net) good+ condition. English-made, octagonal to round, pin-fastened, London Gunmaker Co. proofed, 46 1/4”, sighted, .72 caliber, smoothbore barrel with a “*/RW” (Richard Wilson) maker’s mark. Molded and carved, New England Fowler form, semi-Roman-Nose, Tiger-Maple fullstock with simple raised carving around the lock mortise and a finely fluted wrist. The forestock and buttstock/wrist with patches of distinct “Tiger Maple” grain striping and the barrel-tang, sideplate mortise and lock mortises with old filled repairs. Recycled, finely cast, European, brass furniture/mounts— of tradition mid-century 18th century form. The buttplate with a scroll-engraved, long tang, (3) American-made sheet-brass barrel-form ramrod pipes; and the openwork embossed sideplate with replaced sidebolts and some old damages/losses. The trigger-guard, en suite with a “rifle-type” bow and a finely embossed forward finial. The working-period replaced “Philadelphia” marked, Percussion Converted lock with matching silver-gray surfaces, scattered pitting and wear to the markings: nicely sculpted hammer with engraved neck. In overall (net) good+/very good condition. The iron surfaces of the barrel with a silver-gray age patina and the expected scattered pitting at the breech/bolster. The lock with matching surfaces and in mechanically functional order—won’t always hold on “cocked” position. Good+ stock with clean, generally sharp contours, some expected handling marks, various old repairs and some tight hairlines. The brass furniture with a lightly toned patina and smooth surfaces. A nice example of an inexpensive Revolutionary War Period New England Fowler, ca. 1770. {Converted to Percussion, ca. 1840}. Later brass tip wooden ramrod. Overall length, 62”. Price: $975.00
A VERY GOOD UNTOUCHED REGIMENTALLY MARKED REVOLUTIONARY WAR PERIOD DUTCH MUSKET, ca. 1770: In overall very good untouched original flintlock condition. Round, 42", iron, band-fastened, smoothbore, .74 caliber barrel with a top mounted-bayonet lug and an "IV 372" Regimental marking at the muzzle. Classic, molded and carved, Dutch-type, hardwood fullstock with a long narrow wrist and a squared off butt with a pronounced comb: the left side with a deep "1385" Rack No. brand. Full brass regulation-type furniture: trigger-guard with arrow-finials, "S" shaped sideplate with an "IM" maker's mark (Stockel, No. 3478) knob head screw-fastened buttplate and three sheet brass barrel-bands-- the forward 2 having securing springs. Several working life replaced screws on the buttplate and missing its sling swivels. Flat faceted flintlock with engraved lightly toned, untouched, steel gray surfaces overall. In overall very good untouched condition. The barrel with sharp contours and Regimental markings: retains an untouched steel-gray age patina with some scattered discoloration and fine pitting. The lock with crisp mechanics and original components: retains 25%+ original polish with sharp contours and a matching patina. Good stock with 75% original finish, some scattered handling marks and numereous/many worm holes from years of poor storage. Very good relief carving and untouched surfaces. A very nice example of an untouched Dutch variant American Revolutionary War Period Regimentally Marked Musket. For similar examples, please see G. C. Neumann's: "Battle Weapons of the American Revolution". Overall length, 57 1/2". Price: $4,750.00
A FINE EARLY-MID 19TH CENTURY SMALL-SIZE TURKISH FLINTLOCK BLUNDERBUSS DAG, ca. 1830. In overall fine untouched original flintlock condition. Finely etched, 9", pin/screw-fastened, round, "Trumpet-type", smoothbore, Damascus steel barrel with 1.50 caliber flared muzzle and a .50+ cal. bore. A deeply floral chiseled silver inlayed breech with an etched/inlayed integral barrel-tang. Retains choice steel-gray surfaces with 80% polish and only some light scattered patches of discoloration. In original flintlock condition with a rounded, floral-scroll engraved and deeply chiseled lockplate with a spurious European signature. Matching gooseneck hammer, a sculpted finial frizzen spring and its original engraved frizzen. The face of the lock with untouched steel surfaces with some very light patches of discoloration and 80%+ polish. Retains its lock components and in mechanically functional order: complete with both sidebolts. Molded, carved and extensively brass wire-inlayed walnut fullstock with raised borders around the lock and sideplate: the toe of the butt with an old chip. Sharp contours, smooth surfaces, 90% finish and some scattered light handling marks: retains 90%+ of its wire-inlay with some minor handlings marks, etc. Engraved and embossed, brass and steel hardware: the steel trigger-guard with an engraved forward final and a fluted bow. The screw-fastened brass buttplate with a stepped finial, no ramrod provision (typical of Ottoman firearms); and an embossed rifle-type sideplate. In overall fine original flintlock condition. The barrel with sharp contours a finely engraved/chiseled breech and barrel-tang. In mechanically functional order with a fine lock. The stock with sharp contours, 90% finish and extensive, floral scroll form, brass wire inlay. A very nice example of a classic small sized, early to mid 19th Century Ottoman Turkish Blunderbuss Dag, ca. 1830. Of fine quality "Chief's" grade, as is extensively engraved and inlayed overall. Overall length, 17 1/2".. Price: SOLD
A VERY GOOD UNTOUCHED “ATTIC CONDITION” LATE AMERICAN REVOLUTIONARY WAR PERIOD AMERICAN-MADE FOWLER, ca. 1780:In very good untouched original flintlock condition. Round, pin-fastened, Spanish proofed 46", smoothbore, .70 caliber barrel with a baluster-turned breech, a fine touch-hole and a rich chocolate-brown age-patina. Finely carved and molded, New England/American form, Triangular, fruitwood/Apple wood? fullstock with raised carving around the lock mortise and a small lobe at the ramrod entry. American made sheet and cast brass furniture/mounts— of tradition mid-century English form. The buttplate with a long three-stepped tang, (3) American-made sheet-brass barrel-form ramrod pipes with baluster-turned ends and two (later?/working life adapted) sidebolt escutcheons. The trigger-guard with a raised acorn forward finial and the wrist with a working-period American Sheet-Brass repair: another similar repair under the lock, at the trigger-guard. The recycled, English, Ordnance Pattern, 1777, rounded lock with a bridled powder-pan its gooseneck hammer and a teardrop finial frizzen spring: the face with a clear Crown/”GR” Royal Cypher and the tail with thread-engraved borders, en suite with the hammer. In overall very good+, untouched, "attic", original flintlock condition. The iron surfaces of the barrel with a smooth chocolate-brown age patina and the expected light scattered pitting at the touch hole. The lock with all of its original components, matching surfaces and in mechanically functional order with a strong mainspring and fine timing. Very good stock with 75% finish, sharp contours, some handling marks, old repairs, minor abrasions and some tight hairlines. Untouched brass furniture with a deep, mustard, age patina with smooth dark surfaces. A very nice example of an untouched, late American, Revolutionary War Period, New England/American Fowler, ca. 1780. Complete with its original wooden ramrod. Overall length, 61 1/2". For a similar example, please see G. C. Neumann's: "Battle Weapons...", pg. 156 & 159. Price: SOLD
	A FINE & RARE 19th CENTURY NORTH AFRICAN IVORY BUTT FLINTLOCK KABYLE "CAMEL" GUN w/ ITS ORIGINAL ETCHED SOCKET BAYONET, ca. 1840: In overall fine untouched condition. Octagonal to round, Near-Eastern-made, 46 1/2", .70 caliber, smoothbore, band-fastened barrel with its original decoratively engraved, silvered breech and tang. Notched rear sight. Typical North African (Algerian or Tunisian), molded and carved, hardwood (olive-wood?), Halfstock with a wide and flared, flat, triangular ivory butt adorned with raised and incised line-carvings: with its sheet-steel appliqué/counter-plates -- for the rear saddle-ring. In fine condition with an untouched patina and smooth surfaces, sharp carvings, 90% finish and some light handling marks and tight old hairlines. Complete with its nail-fastened Walrus? Ivory buttplate with some expected minor yellowing and scattered tight hairlines/crazing. Typical N. African sheet-Steel mounts: two (2), nail-fastened, teardrop-shaped sidebolt-escutcheons, a matching "pie-crust" border trigger-plate, two (2) wrought-forged sling-swivels, two (2) sculpted ramrod pipes and a single, line-engraved, steel barrel band. Fine stock with a rich age-patina, much finish and minor handling marks. In its original Flintlock configuration with a nicely sculpted and scroll engraved, flat lockplate. Matching, lightly engraved, reinforced hammer; and in complete and functional order with a strong mainspring and fine timing. Bridled powder-pan, a teardrop-finial frizzen spring and a finely engraved frizzen-back, en suite with the lockplate and hammer. In untouched condition with some scattered light surface discoloration: complete with its original turned trigger. Retains its wooden ramrod with iron tip. In overall fine untouched condition: the barrel with a deep gray age patina, smooth surfaces and some light patches of discoloration/fine pitting: fine touch hole. Complete with its finely engraved triangular socket type Bayonet. In matching fine condition with smooth steel-gray surfaces and some light patches of discoloration/wear. The triangular, 8”, steel blade with a flat face and two bottom fullers for its length. The base with lightly scroll engraved should and the lap-welded applied socket with a distinct Damascus pattern twist and ertched surfaces. The top of the socket with an integrally forged fore-sight. In fine condition with smooth steel surfaces and sharp engravings. Bayonet Length, 11”. A very nice and authentic complete example of a famed North African Kabyle with its original Bayonet: the type of gun used, with great affect, by the Nomadic Peoples of Algeria and Tunisia. For similar examples, please see G. C. Stone's: "Glossary of the Construction & Decoration of Arms...". Overall length, 60 1/2". Price: $2,150.00
	A VERY RARE 18TH CENTURY GERMAN or AUSTRIAN RESERVOIR-BUTT AIR GUN w/ ITS ORIGINAL PUMP, ca. 1780-1800: Complete and original throughout. In overall very fine untouched condition with all of its original components. The round, smoothbore, .38 caliber, sighted, blued, steel barrel with smooth untouched surfaces and 85% of its finish: fine bore with light streaking and missing its rear sight. Exposed cocking "hammer" with an external mechanism and sculpted mainspring: matching, smooth, blued surfaces and in functional order. Complete with its original air release lever. Leather wrapped, conical, hollow, steel buttstock/air reservoir with very fine untouched surfaces and 97% of its leather: some very minor scuffs and light abrasions. Complete with its original, bicycle-type, steel, air pump (leather seals worn). The pump with matching surfaces and a mated thread aperture for attachment to the butt-stock. In overall very fine untouched condition. The barrel with smooth surfaces, light discoloration and 85% of its original bluing. Matching mechanism with all of its original components, a strong mainspring and air release valve. Very fine stock with virtually all of the original black Moroccan leather wrap. A very nice and complete example of a rare late 18th century German or Austrian Reservoir-Butt Air Rifle, with its original Pump and iron cleaning rod. Overall length, 42 1/2". Price: $5,275.00
	A RARE NAPOLEANIC WAR PERIOD FRENCH MODEL 1777 SADDLE RING CAVALRY CARBINE, dtd. 1785: In overall fine original flintlock condition. Regulation pattern, round, band-fastened, 21 1/2", iron, smoothbore, .69 barrel with a faint Arsenal proof mark and a (17) 85 date. Smooth steel-gray surfaces with light discoloration and wear. Walnut 3/4 stock with a pronounced comb and various French Arsenal markings: the left side of the butt with several circular cartouches and a "PLD" marking. Retains 85% of its original finish with scattered light handling marks, sharp contours and some minor handling marks: small chip at bottom edge of lock mortise. Rounded, Model 1777, "St. Etienne" lock with all of its original components: rounded reinforced hammer and a removable brass powder-pan. The face of the lock retains, 65% of its original polish with a sharp "St. Etienne" and "83" marking. In overall fine original flintlock condition. The barrel with very good marking and fine contours. The lock with matching surfaces, 65% original polish, good mechanics, a clear Arsenal marking and all of its original components. Regulation Pattern, Model 1777, full-inspected, brass mounts. The trigger-guard with embossed rear finger bumps, a screw-fastened buttplate, two barrel bands -- the upper with a spring retainer and an integral front sight and a raised "S"-shaped sideplate. Complete with its original side mounted saddle-bar and ring. Original? iron ramrod. A scarce example of a French Model 1777 Cavalry Carbine, dtd. 1785. Overall length 37". Price: $4,250.00
	A FINE & ORIGINAL MID 18th CENTURY FRENCH & INDIAN WAR PERIOD SENECA WAR CLUB/DEATH HAMMER, ca. 1750: In overall fine untouched “attic” condition with fine, deeply aged and oxidized smooth, light colored, hardwood (maple) surfaces. Of early, hand-carved, Seneca Indian make with evident tool-marks and "hand-wear", at its grip and base. Of single piece hardwood/maple? construction with an integral root-burl knob and shaft with a fine hand-burnished finish. The tapered handle with a carved grip-section and a rounded bottom finial. Knob-type club head with finely carved smooth surfaces, some minor handling marks and signs of use/wear and staining. Of typical mid-18th century form and in overall fine untouched condition with sharp contours, smooth surfaces and some expected minor handling marks/wear. A rare an authentic example of a mid-18th century French & Indian War Period Seneca War Club, ca. 1750. Purported by the consignor to have been part of an old New York Collection. Overall length, 20 1/2". Price: $3,575.00
	A FINE VICTORIAN/MEXICAN AMERICAN WAR PERIOD ENGLISH FLINTLOCK OFFICER’S CARBINE, by BARNETT, ca. 1835: In overall fine untouched original flintlock condition. Military pattern, baluster-turned, round, iron, 26 1/4", smoothbore, .66 caliber (Carbine Bore), pin-fastened barrel with two (2) London Gunmaker Co. proof marks, on the left side of the breech. Pattern type 1809, lock with a rounded reinforced hammer, untouched steel-gray surfaces and a very good age patina overall. Marked under the powder-pan with a large “BARNETT/LONDON” marking of the noted London Gunsmithing firm active from 1628-1912 (please see R. Gardner’s: “Small Arms Makers”, pg. 231). Early type walnut fullstock with a slight lobe at the ramrod entry and a notched comb, on the buttstock with a fluted wrist. Regulation India & Newland Pattern full brass mounts: a flat hazelnut finial trigger-guard, two (2) ramrod pipes—for iron rammer, a pin-fastened nose-cap and a screw=fastened buttplate with stepped finial. The left side of the stock with its original Newland Pattern sideplate with central wood-screw: complete with its Unit Marked “H/69”, button-head, iron ramrod. In overall fine untouched condition. The barrel and lock with a smooth brown-steel-gray age patina, sharp contours, clear proof marks and only some scattered light discoloration: fine touch-hole and bore. Matching lock with smooth cepia-toned age-patina, clear maker’s signature and in functional order. Fine+ stock with sharp contours, 85%+ finish, some expected light handling marks and age-stains. Clearly marked, on the right side of the buttstock with a large oval “BARNETT/MINORIES/LONDON” maker’s brand of John Edward Barnett, who worked at 134 Minories, 1832-1842 and who Contracted with the Board of Ordnance, the East India Co. & Hudson Bay Co, 1832-1842. (please see H. L. Blackmore’s: “Gunmakers of London”, pg. 48). The hardware with a fine, untouched, mustard, age patina with sharp contours and smooth surfaces. A very nice original flintlock Victorian Period English Carbine, by Barnett of London, ca. 1835. The type of weapon supplied to English Colonial troops (eg. India/Australia) and sold abroad to such places as Mexico, Africa & South America. *** Recently discovered in the attic of a Michigan Estate. Overall length, 42 1/2". Price: SOLD
	A VERY GOOD REVOLUTIONARY WAR "EMERGENCY PRODUCTION" SECOND MODEL/SHORTLAND PATTERN 1779-S BROWN BESS MUSKET, ca. 1779: In very good+ untouched, original flintlock condition. Of standard Shortland Pattern "Second Model" Brown Bess design. Sighted, 42", iron, pin-fastened, .75 caliber barrel with two Board of Ordnance "GR/V" proof marks at the top center of the baluster turned breech. Regulation, Ordnance inspected, walnut fullstock with a raised carved "beaver tail" apron behind the barrel tang and a pronounced lobe at the tail pipe. Marked in the ramrod channel and behind the trigger-guard with several acceptance marks: the right face of the butt with a distinct Board of Ordnance storekeeper's mark. Regulation, Pattern "1779-S", Shortland-Pattern, brass mounts: the distinguishing/key feature being the raised "S"-shaped sideplate without a tail: a design which reduced production time due the emergency needs of the ongoing War. Regulation buttplate with pin-fastened stepped tang, trigger-guard with a raised hazelnut finial, a pin-fastened nosecap and four baluster ramrod pipes: the second of "Pratt's Improvement" with a defined upper collar (Please see A. Darling's: Redcoat & Brown Bess). Regulation Pattern 1777 lock with two screws behind the rounded, P. 1756, gooseneck hammer. The lockface clearly engraved with a Crown/"GR" and marked with a Crown/Broad Arrow acceptance mark beneath the powder-pan: the tail with a clear "TOWER". Retains 35% of its original polish with some scattered discoloration and pitting: light wear to engraving. Thread engraved lockplate and hammer borders. In overall fine+ and original flintlock condition. Fine stock with 75%+ varnish, sharp Ordnance acceptance marks and some minor handling marks overall. The barrel with a toned patina, smooth steel-gray surfaces and some scattered moderate pitting at the breech: clear proof marks and "IG: maker's mark. Crisp lock with sharp markings and matching surfaces: replaced mainspring and associated top jaw and screw. Very fine mounts with age-toned surfaces. Original iron ramrod and sling swivels. Overall length, 58". A near fine Revolutionary War Production, Pattern 1779-S, Second Model Brown Bess Musket. The Pattern 1779-S Shortland Musket was the "Emergency Production" longarm accepted by the Board of Ordnance, ca. 1779 to arm the British troops fighting the Americans. Its reduced hardware made the musket quicker to produce and therefore less costly. *** for a similar example please see; George C. Neumann's: "Battle Weapons of the American Revolution", pg. 68. PRICE: SOLD