Extremely Rare, The lock configuration and markings are consistent with Model 1795 (Type I)
Tangs were not marked during this early period, not until 1799
The United States Navy was re-established in 1797, the Constitution, the United States, and the Constellation were commissioned; the first government orders for a specific “ships musket” were recorded as ordered by the Secretary of War as armament for the Navy.
Item Date: 1797-1798
Measurement: Overall Length: 52.25”, Barrel Length: 42.25”
Material: Walnut stock, all steel
Item Condition: This example remains in outstanding original condition commensurate with age and use, the stock is superb and displays a great patina; all metal parts including barrel are a smooth mottled plumb-brown; action is smooth and tight.
Reference: Discussions are found within American Military Shoulder Arms, Volume II by George Moller, also U.S. Military Flintlock Muskets Volume II by Peter Schmidt. See: Borders Away, Volume II: Firearms of the Age of Fighting Sail by William Gilkerson… and of course, Flayderman’ s Guide To American Antique Firearms, 9th edition, page 540. Please call David for more information, and/or enthusiastic discussion.
Price: $5,250
SKU 728-175
For More Information, Please Contact David Hillier at 978-597-8084 or email drh@aaawt.com.
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