Guns International #: 101070274
Seller's Inventory #: 6436
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Guns International #: 101070274
Category - Antique Rifles - Flintlock
- Springfield Rifles - Antique
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Seller: AncestryGunsLLC
Company: Ancestry Guns LLC Member Since: 11/3/16
State:
Missouri
Zip: 65203
Country: United States
Phone: (314) 707-7373
Int'l Phone: 314-707-7373
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Active Listings: 1466
Total Listings: 29964
Seller Type:FFL Dealer
Return Policy: 3 day inspection and return policy on used guns and accessories.
Payment Methods: Credit Card, Certified Check, Money Order
UNCONVERTED US Springfield M1816 FLINTLOCK Musket
Description: UNCONVERTED US Springfield M1816 FLINTLOCK Musket Original & Dated “1832” Here we present an antique U.S. Model 1816 3 Band Flintlock Musket, made at the Springfield Armory, circa 1832. The War of 1812 revealed many weaknesses in American muskets. In an attempt to improve both the design and manufacture of the musket, the Model 1812 musket was created. The Model 1816 made further improvements, and replaced the Model 1812. The M1816 was a smoothbore, muzzle loading weapon which used a .69 caliber musket ball. A trained shooter could fire between two and three rounds at a range of up to 200 yards per minute. The M1816 was in production at Springfield (325,000) and Harpers Ferry (350,000) between 1816 to 1844 with around 675,000 muskets produced during this run. It saw service during the Mexican-American War and was even pressed into service during the Civil War, due to the shortage of guns. In the 1850s, many 1816’s went through the conversion from flintlock to percussion, which is not the case with this smoothbore. These were some of the most abundant weapons available to both sides, being in the hands of state militias, in the first days of the American Civil War. This musket is symbolic for the westward expansion of the country throughout the first half of the 19th century. The 1816 Springfield saw service in the Texan Revolution including the Battle of the Alamo and the Battle of San Jacinto. After the independence of Texas, the 1816 musket was chosen as the first standard musket of the Texan army in 1839. This musket is one of those scarce specimens that remains unconverted to percussion from flintlock. The lock and the top of the barrel tang are dated “1832”. The back of the lock is marked “SPRING/FIELD/1832”. There is a federal eagle over the “US” in the center of the lock. The left side of the barrel is marked “P”, “V” and Eagle Head view and proof marks. The overall condition is near fine. The iron surfaces are mostly bright. The markings are clear. The walnut stock is smooth and solid. The bore is in good shape with a layer of dust throughout. The action is excellent, strong and crisp. Here is a sharp example of the United States’ primary infantry weapon from 1816 through the 1830s and beyond! Own the original! This is a legitimate antique and not a reproduction. Barrel is 42 inches. Caliber: .69 Overall condition as seen in photos. Very Fast. Very Safe. FREE SHIPPING WORLDWIDE. Delivered directly to your door by express mail! Guaranteed AUTHENTIC & Includes CERTIFICATE OF AUTHENTICITY. ancestryguns $2850 #6436 SOLD Antique: Yes |
Guns International #: 101070274
Seller's Inventory #: 6436
Guns International #: 101070274
Seller's Inventory #: 6436