70,000 Model 1795 Muskets were manufactured at Harpers Ferry between 1800 and 1815. Commons to all Harper’s Ferry production are: Iron locks, rounded pans, short straight toe and beveled edged hammer. Four easily major classifications or “types” are identified. 

Type II’s are generally styled after a French Charleville musket. Barrels are between 44” to 45” long. All are serial numbered. Lock is marked ahead of the hammer with a smaller eagle and a smaller shield on the breast. U.S.marks appear within the shield. HARPERS FERRY and markings and date at rear of lock is in smaller block type letters. Barrel is proofed with eagle head, P and U.S. Lug for socket type bayonet is top on the barrel. Sling swivel is one-piece welded. Production is 1808 to 1811. 

This is an original flintlock musket dated 1809. Iron is a dark brown attic patina. All markings are legible.  The barrel is 45 inches in length and is stamped with the serial number 12697.  Original button head ramrod shortened and with threads. Minor small wood repair near the front of the lock. Very early original flintlocks with early dates are rare.

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