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Lot 285:Documented Scarce City of Philadelphia Percussion Conversion Model 1816 Musket with Remington-Maynard Lock and Socket Bayonet

October 6th, 2021|Rock Island, IL
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Lot 285:Documented Scarce City of Philadelphia Percussion Conversion Model 1816 Musket with Remington-Maynard Lock and Socket Bayonet

October 6th, 2021|Rock Island, IL
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Documented Scarce City of Philadelphia Percussion Conversion Model 1816 Musket with Remington-Maynard Lock and Socket Bayonet

This musket is shown and discussed on page 51 of "American Military Shoulder Arms, Vol. 3" by George Moller who noted, "About 1,300 flintlock muskets altered with Remington-Maynard components and sporting hammers were purchased by the City of Philadelphia in 1861." "1856" dated lock and "CITY/OF/PHILADA/A.W" marked breech. Also marked "GTN HIST SOC" for a historical society on the barrel and stock. Includes a socket bayonet and leather sling. Provenance: The George Moller Collection

Details
ManufacturerRemington Arms Inc
Model1856
TypeMusket
ClassAntique
Caliber / Gauge69
Barrel41 1/8 inch round
Finishbright
Stockwalnut
Bore conditionSlight Darkening - Light to moderate pitting

Item LocationRock Island, IL
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