1833 Dated Antique W.L. EVANS Contract U.S. M1816 Type II FLINTLOCK Musket One of Only 1,500 Type II Muskets Produced

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1833 Dated Antique W.L. EVANS Contract U.S. M1816 Type II FLINTLOCK Musket

One of Only 1,500 Type II Muskets Produced

Here we present an antique W.L. Evans Contract U.S. Model 1816 Type II Flintlock Musket made circa 1833 in Evansburg, Pennsylvania. These muskets were made for the United States military on contract from 1825 to 1832-33. This example is an original M1816 model musket made by W. L. Evans of Evansburg, Pennsylvania, sometimes referred to as Valley Forge. The gun maker, Evans, who produced some 5,000 Type I muskets circa 1825 to 1830, has his name mis-spelled (W. L. Evens) on the lockplates on only the “Type One” muskets.

The lock on this Type II longarm is correctly spelled “EVANS” and dated 1833 on the lock and the barrel tang with 1500 made that were dated 1832-1833. This musket is a smoothbore .71 caliber, single shot muzzleloader with a 41 inch barrel.

While the years in between the War of 1812 and the American Civil War may appear to be quiet, this period of American history was quite busy as more states and territories were born and settled, Native Americans were resettled, and both Native and slave rebellions were put down.

The overall condition is good. Gray patina throughout. The stock and forend are in very good condition and remain solid. A small split is present in the front of the lock. Clear markings. The action is robust with a reconverted lock. The bore is dim and good for the age.

Own the original! This is a legitimate antique and not a reproduction.

Barrel is 41 inches.

Caliber: .71 Flintlock

Overall condition as seen in photos.

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$1900

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Antique: Yes

Price: $1,900.00
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