70,000 Model 1795 Muskets were manufactured at Harpers Ferry between 1800 and 1815. Common to all Harpers Ferry production are: Iron locks, rounded pans, short straight toe and beveled edged hammer. Four easily major classifications or “types” are identified. Type IV’s are generally styled after a type III’s, but have a 42 inch barrel. Barrel bands were proportionately spaced.

This is an original flintlock with an “1818” dated lockplate. Markings are crisp and clear. Barrel length is 41-3/4 inches in length. Cartouches on barrel and inspection marks on the stock. Hammer has an 1816 hammer. Original ramrod.

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