NICE M1851 SPRINGFIELD CADET MUSKET – OLD STONE HOUSE MUSEUM COLLECTION

NICE M1851 SPRINGFIELD CADET MUSKET – OLD STONE HOUSE MUSEUM COLLECTION

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$3,250.00

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Item Code: 2026-868

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Offered is a rare, M1851 Cadet Musket manufactured by the Springfield Armory in 1852. Designed as a 30% scaled-down version of the standard Model 1842, it features a .57-caliber bore and a 40-inch barrel. Only 4,000 were produced. Because of their smaller size and weight, these muskets were primarily issued to military academies and state militias rather than regular infantry. Notable users include cadets at West Point and the Virginia Military Institute (VMI), who famously carried these weapons during the Battle of New Market.

This example features a matching 1852-dated barrel and lock plate.  The lock plate face is stamped with a winged eagle at center, and a prominent “SPRINGFIELD 1852” just behind the resting hammer.  Barrel retains deep proof markings near the breech.

Mechanics of the weapon work well, with tight hammer retention when half or fully cocked. Nipple has been spared from dry firing and is in good condition. Metal surface is smooth and bright overall with virtually no pitting – evidence of gentle cleaning and consistent care is noted.  A few spots of very light pocking near the breech and on the hammer do little to detract from the striking presentation. The bore could stand a cleaning but is in good condition.  The underside bayonet lug is securely attached and the correct, original ramrod is present and complete. All barrel bands are smooth – with the lower band bearing a “33” stamp.  Both sling swivels remain securely in place.  Butt plate is stamped “US” and features a “10” in the same font as the band stamping.

The wood stock is in nice condition, with scattered but light scratches and dings. No cracks or deep gouging are noted, aside from some light wear to the edges of the ramrod channel.  The remnant of an inspector’s stamp can be seen on the left stock flat opposite the lock and the initials “CG” are die stamped or traced into the top flat of the butt, just forward of the plate.

A nice example of an uncommon Civil War and antebellum musket with an interesting purpose and service record.  [cm] [ph:L]

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