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Antique Rifles - Flintlock
Antique Rifles - Flintlock

ELI WHITNEY CONNECTICUT STATE CONTRACT PRE-1812 MUSKET

Description:
Eli Whitney FLINTLOCK MUSKET & BAYONET.
Cal. 69. NSN. Bbl. 42”. Smoothbore barrel is stamped at the breech with a “P” in an oval next to a 
small “X”. Iron lock with a scroll in front of the pan that reads “N. HAVEN.” Iron trigger 
guard, butt plate, side plate, barrel bands, nose cap, ramrod, and sling swivels. Good 
quality black walnut stock with a worn shield behind the side plate, which originally 
showed the 3 bunches of grapes indicating inspection by the State of Connecticut. Musket 
includes an M1816 bayonet with a brass mounted leather scabbard. 
In 1801, Whitney demonstrated to the U.S. Government how muskets could be constructed using standardized interchangeable parts. After 1801, interchangeable parts helped grow the First Industrial Revolution in the United States. Whitney was the first to use interchangeable parts in rifles.

CONDITION: 
Amazingly good condition for pre-1812. Iron parts appear to have been lightly cleaned and are reacquiring a pleasing patina. Markings on the lock are clear, and the lock holds both full & half cock (shown in attached pictures). The stock shows a few minor losses at the barrel channel, and the usual dents & dings from years of handling. Good bore. Bayonet shows light overall wear. Scabbard shows light to moderate wear. No large dings or dents.

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Antique: Yes
Rifle Caliber: .69
Manufacturer: Eli Whitney
Model: 1805
Serial Number: NSN
Barrel Length: 42 inches
Condition: Good
Metal Condition: Good
Wood Condition: Good
Bore Condition: Good

Price: $2,390.00
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