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Brown Bess 35th Royal Sussex Rev. War Musket
Guns International #: 102164004 Seller's Inventory #: Brown Bess 35th Royal Sussex Rev. War
Category: Antique Rifles - Flintlock - Antique Rifles - 1500-1850
Seller's Information
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Seller: HOME TOWN GUNS
Company: HOME TOWN GUNS
Member Since: 3/28/07
State: Connecticut
Country: United States
Phone: (860) 658-2843
Platinum Seller
Number of Active Listings: 328
Seller: Private Seller
Return Policy: 3 day inspection and return policy on used guns.
3 days
Payment Types Accepted: MONEY ORDERS
Description:
A very historic Brown Bess musket of the 35th British Royal Sussex.Hereis some history:
Seven Years War
In 1756, the regiment sailed to North America to fight in the Seven Years War (1756-63). The following year, it was forced to surrender at Fort William Henry and marched out with full honours of war, only to be attacked by France’s Native American allies. Over 180 men were killed.
The regiment had recovered by 1759. At the Battle of Quebec it defeated the grenadiers of the French Royal Rousillon Regiment, going on to adopt its white plume badge. It then took part in the invasion of Martinique (1762) and the capture of Havana (1762), before sailing back to Britain in 1765.
American war
It was soon back in North America, fighting at Bunker Hill (1775), Long Island (1776), White Plains (1776) and Harlem Heights (1776) during the American War of Independence (1775-83).
In 1778, it joined the invasion force against the Caribbean island of St Lucia. Four years later, it was given the county designation of Dorset.
Overall length is 61" and the round well proofed barrel is 46". Has French Charlesvill Barrel bandses with a trumpet ram-rod. Stock of British walnut is good with the lock-plate being a smaller size of a fusil with salt and pepper fine pits, and some wood repairs around the lock. The flintlock lockplate has Tower and a Crown over GR. Possibly at Bunker Hill?, Long Island, White Plains, or Harlem Heigjts and captured at one of these locations? POR
When buying a gun always have it examined by a competent gunsmith before shooting. To buy a gun from me you must get a direct email for me, with details, and shipping cost. We don’t have a web site .I prefer money orders or a check. Item ships when funds come in. I try to keep guns affordable, which means I make less money than most dealers. You won’t get altitude sickness, or nose bleed, with my prices! I consistently have the best selection of older guns If you attempt to buy, you must still contact us for details . Best to email to buy. Sometimes a local person can stop buy and purchase before the gun is removed. Sometimes not home to get calls. Some guns are required shipment to a gun dealer near you for a transfer to you when it arrives. Otherwise many older or black powder guns ship to your door. With the widest selection of older guns at great prices, We don’t have a store, and sell on the internet only. I’m easy to get along with. Thank You]
Price: POR