SMALL, EUROPEAN BACK LOCK “CADET” MUSKET

SMALL, EUROPEAN BACK LOCK “CADET” MUSKET

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$750.00

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Item Code: 2025-2530

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The Belgian back-lock cadet musket (often classified as a "Kadettengewehr") refers to scaled-down, smaller-caliber military training firearms produced by the legendary arms industry in Liège, Belgium during the mid-to-late 19th century. These small firearms were specifically designed for youth cadet corps, military academies, and export markets.

Most weapons of this class were manufactured as copies or variations of French patterns— with this being a scaled-down version of the French Mle 1842. They are usually found in lighter smoothbore calibers and this example follows suit by gauging between .60 and .61.

While the hammer cocks, the action is somewhat weak with tepid locking at the half cock position.  The majority of the metal surfaces are smooth, with wear and pitting concentrated around the breech.  The remnant of an “L” is visible on the face of the bolster.  Any associated breech stamps are obscured by wear.  The lock retains a partial oval stamp with a centered “P” just forward of the hammer. Barrel bands remain tight, and all screws appear original to the gun. The stock shows signs of use in the forms of scattered scratching and minor dents, but is free of overt damage.  A slight crack behind the hammer and in rear of the bolster extends for approximately 1” but is relegated to the top edge.  Light chipping of a section of the ramrod channel is noted near the middle barrel band.  A replacement ramrod was fabricated from a Springfield design but fits very well.

A silvered name plate is inlet into the top of the wrist and reads “C. H. Spencer”. The diminutive weapon measures 45” overall with a 32” barrel.

A rare and interesting musket for those interested in the diversity of 19th Century weaponry.   [cm][ph:L]

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