The model 1795 is the first standard musket made for the US. It is also the first model made at the Springfield arsenal. Between 1795 and 1814 they manufactured approximately 85,000 muskets. Model 1795’s are divided into three different types. This one has features of the type II and III and may be a transitional musket. The overall length of the weapon is approximately 59” long.

The lockplate was marked US in script over an eagle and SPRINGFIELD in a horizontal curve under that. The “US” and the eagle on this specimen is all but gone. The date “1808” is behind the hammer.  The hammer is flat with rounded edges and straight spur. Flash pan is an integral part of the lockplate, not detachable. Mechanically strong and sound.

The round barrel measures 44 ¾” long with a dark almost black surface. Barrel is nearly .75 caliber with a bayonet lug on top of the muzzle. Left side at breech has portion of an inspection stamp. Moderate pitting is present around breech and touchhole. The first band is double and mounts the front sight. The second band has a sling swivel. Bore is dark and dirty. Ramrod is the tulip head with a tapered/straight shank and threaded tip.

Trigger guard is iron and dark to match. Both ends of the guard are rounded. Sling swivel is missing from front of the guard. Iron escutcheon opposite lock is also dark. Iron butt plate is dated “1807” on tang.

Dark walnut stock is full length. Some small dings but no cracks. Stock has a thick wrist with a low comb. Wood retains nice color and finish. Portion of a well worn oval cartouche is visible on the flat on the left side of the stock.  [jet]

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