US Contract Musket – Model 1817 – 20 Ga – Smoothbore – Flintlock – by N Starr & Son - Stk# P-36-96

Description:
 

This US Contract Musket model 1817 has been rebored to a 20 gauge Smoothbore. There is a V-notch fixed rear sight and a fixed front sight. The bore is dark and has pitting throughout. The P grade walnut stock is mounted with steel furniture, including an oval patch box. Stamped on the tang is 1841. The stock also has some scattered usage marks and faint inspector’s cartouches. The large military style round faced flintlock with N Starr & Son US and MiddTN Conn 1841 stamped on the plate, is activated by a single trigger. Comes with the original metal ramrod. The length of pull is 13”. Overall length is 52”. Weight is 8.8 lbs. Good wood to metal fit. Overall condition is good. Manufactured by Nathan Starr & Son.  Only 6,000 of this model were made.

Note: The underside of the barrel has 2 places where it has been soldered.

Sold - AS-IS

 Our stock number is # P-36-96.

Will ship to anywhere in the United States, buyer pays freight and insurance.  



 

Antique: Yes
Shotgun Gauge: 20 Gauge
Manufacturer: Nathan Star & Son
Model: 1817
Barrel Length: 36
Condition: Good
Wood Condition: Good
Bore Condition: Dark with pitting throughout
Barrels: One
Barrel Type: Round
Action: Flintlock
Triggers: 1
Stock: Walnut
LOP: 13
Weight: 8.8 lbs
Sights: Fixed
Manufacture Date: 1817
Item Location: OR - Oregon

Price: $1,500.00