Model 1842, .69 caliber smoothbore musket manufactured at Harpers Ferry.

The barrel is a full 42” in length and in overall very fine smooth condition with light pewter tone finish under areas of dried oil. No pitting around breech and bolster area with no date stamped. Along left side of breech is the “VP” and eagle head as well as “P” and inspector’s initials. Smoothbore; clear and bright. The original ramrod with good threaded end is present.

The hammer and lock plate are in very good condition. The “US” and eagle appear in front of the hammer with “HARPERS / FERRY / 1851” clearly stamped behind the hammer. Trigger and hammer mechanics are crisp and strong.

All metal parts including barrel bands, band springs, trigger guard, butt plate, and swivels are present. All gun metal has a matching smooth surface with oiled surface. Several parts have small sub-inspector stamps.

The black walnut stock is in very good condition with a handsome patina and original finish. Stock bears no cartouches on left flat. A very few minor dings and dents from storage and age.

An attractive and very clean M1842 Harpers Ferry musket in original smoothbore.     [jet][ph:L]

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