1855 DATED SPRINGFIELD MODEL 1842 MUSKET LOCK

1855 DATED SPRINGFIELD MODEL 1842 MUSKET LOCK

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1855 was the last year of production of the Model 1842 at Springfield, with 8,624 turned out. This lock has smooth metal overall with the exterior of the plate and hammer bright. Very good eagle with shield on chest over “US” forward and “SPRINGF/FIELD/1855 at rear of plate. The plate and hammer show small, thin ages spotting. The recesses of the lettering and eagle’s feathers show darker. Revers of hammer neck and inside of plate show bluish gray, with some bright blue to sear and bridle.  [sr][ph:m/L]

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