Model 1842, .69 caliber musket manufactured at Harpers Ferry. The barrel is a full 42” in length and in overall nice smooth condition. The barrel was later rifled, rear sight added, and ramrod altered. Nice viewer’s proof with eagle head on breech. The breech plug tang features the year “1853”. The original ramrod is present. The smoothbore ramrod was altered by milling out the end to accommodate a Minie ball. The threaded end remains in good shape. The hammer and lockplate are in nice condition. The US and eagle remain clearly visible. “HARPERS / FERRY / 1852” is stamped clearly behind the hammer. Mechanics are strong. Butt plate is stamped with small “US”. All other metal parts: barrel bands, band springs, trigger guard, and swivels are present and in good condition. All gun metal is clean with a brown color and with small areas tiny pin-prick pitting.

The walnut stock is in good condition with moderate dings and dents scattered overall. No cartouche is visible but has “5” stamped into flat opposite lock. Gunstock is solid with original dark color and finish.

This is a good example of an 1842 smoothbore (that was later rifled) from Harpers Ferry Armory.   [jet]

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