Guns International #: 103214470
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Guns International #: 103214470
Category - Harpers Ferry Rifles
- Civil War Rifles
Harpers Ferry U.S. Model 1842 Percussion Rifle Manufactured in 1844
Description: Here we present an antique Harpers Ferry U.S. Model 1842 Percussion Musket, manufactured in 1844 in Virginia. This was a customer walk-in to our antique shop from Jamestown TN. Overall condition is outstanding considering it is over 180 years old! The action is crisp and holds strong on the half cock and full cock. Said to have seen service in the middle Tennessee area, (Nashville Franklin) during the civil war. Completely original except for the sling that I added for completion. It is a older sling not Civil War old. These photos should tell the story. The Model, 1842 was the first regulation percussion musket to be manufactured at both Springfield and Harpers Ferry Armories, as well as the first to be produced by both national armories with fully-interchangeable parts. These were also the last .69 caliber smoothbore arms to be produced by the U.S. government. Approximately 275,000 were manufactured between 1844 and 1855, with only one-third of these produced at Harpers Ferry. Along with usage during the Mexican-American War in 1846 through 1848, these would have been in the hands of local militia all over the antebellum United States and used by both combatants at the outbreak of the American Civil War.The lock is marked “HARPERS/FERRY/1844”, has federal eagle stamp. The top of the butt plate is marked “U.S.” The markings are clear and legible. The bore is clean and smooth. The walnut stock is in good shape. Own a handsome example of Civil War history! Being an antique this will require no ATF paperwork for the transaction. For payment we will accept personal checks, money orders, certified checks or a cashier’s check. Personal checks require 8 business days to clear the bank. Shipping and full coverage insurance is included in the purchase. You are responsible for any state and local laws. By purchasing this item, you release the seller from any liability that may arise due to use or misuse of this firearm. If you are in the Middle Tennessee area, please visit us at “The Bunker” in Cookeville TN. We are located at 6 South Washington Avenue on the Court-House Square in Jones Antiques, open Tuesday through Thursday 10:00 AM-5:00 PM, Friday Saturday 10:00 AM-4:00PM. Thanks for looking and if you have any questions give us a call or text 931-303-6739. Fast free shipping and full coverage insurance. Delivered directly to your door. Own the original! This is a legitimate antique and not a reproduction. Antique: Yes Rifle Caliber: .69 Manufacturer: Harpers Ferry Model: 1842 Barrel Length: 42 Bore Info: .69 Chambers: 6 Condition: Excellent Metal Condition: Excellent Wood Condition: Excellent Bore Condition: Very Good Barrel Type: Round Action: Percussion Stock: Walnut Finish: Original Sights: Original Manufacture Date: 1844 Item Location: Tennessee USA Price: $3,150.00 Buy Now Contact Seller |
Guns International #: 103214470
Guns International #: 103214470