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U.S. M1816 H&P Perc Conversion w/GAR Inscription
Guns International #: 100536105 Seller's Inventory #: IDENTIFIED MUSKET
Category: Civil War Rifles - Military Rifles - Antique
Seller's Information
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Seller: Gene_G
Company:
Member Since: 3/6/15
First Name: Gene
Last Name: Gersten
State: Texas
Zip: 75104
Country: United States
Phone: (972) 849-1306
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Number of Active Listings: 0
Total Number of Listings: 21
Seller: Private Seller
Return Policy: 3 day inspection and return policy on used guns.
Buyer pays shipping cost
Payment Types Accepted: Postal Money Order
Description:
Fine condition U.S. Model 1816 musket converted to percussion by HEWES & PHILLIPS in 1862. Barrel has H&P percussion breech. Top of breech clearly stamped 1862. Percussion bolster clearly stamped H&P. Lock marked U.S. over spread winged Eagle over JOHNSON. Lock also marked MIDDN CONN 1830. Buttplate tang marked U.S. and also contains a period GAR (Grand Army of the Republic) inscription. Inscription reads; "PRESENTED TO ISAAC DAVIS POST 138. G.A.R. BY COMRADE CHARLES W. GRANT JULY 1883".Included with this musket is a historical research folder containing information on the soldier and his service as a guard at Ft Delaware. This is a unique, historical piece of American history from the Civil War. Full walnut stock in great condition. Iron parts are smooth with age patina. Lock mechanics perfect. Has sling swivels and orig ramrod. Not warranted safe to fire.
SOLD
Curio/Relic: Yes
Antique: Yes