Model 1795 Harpers Ferry Type II Flintlock Musket and a Bayonet

Description:

Model 1795 Harpers Ferry Type II Flintlock Musket and a Bayonet, c. 1808, walnut stock, marked on the left side of the butt "IB," iron fittings, lock marked on the tail "HARPERS/FERRY/1808," barrel has proofs on the left side of the breech and marked "5883," and a mismatched bayonet for an under lug gun, barrel lg. 44 3/4, overall lg. 60 in.
Estimate $700-900

Stock has dings and nicks, and a repair on the right side of the stock just above the hammer, missing the sling swivels, and the lock functions properly.


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