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Lot 2421:Two U.S. Martial Flintlock Muskets with Bayonets

February 22nd, 2025|Bedford, TX

Lot 2421:Two U.S. Martial Flintlock Muskets with Bayonets

February 22nd, 2025|Bedford, TX

Price Realized:

Estimated Price$1,300 - $2,000

A) T. French & Kinsley U.S. 1808 Contract Musket

Thomas French, Blake and Adam Kinsley of Canton, Massachusetts were awarded a U.S. government contract for 4,000 muskets on October 20th, 1808, with deliveries between 1810-1814. "1813" date marked at the tail of the lock with "US" in an oval above "T.FRENCH" at the center. Includes a socket bayonet.

ConditionGood, with gray and brown patina, scattered pitting and wear. Stock is also good as sanded and re-oiled, undersized at some of the edges, with scattered dents and scratches. Absent rear barrel band spring. Hammer does not remain in the cocked position, mechanically needs work. Bayonet is also good.

Details

ManufacturerAmerican

ModelFlintlock Musket

TypeRifle

ClassAntique

Caliber / Gauge69

Barrel44 3/8 inch round

Finishbright

Stockwalnut

Bore conditionThe bore is darkened with pitting/corrosion.

Item LocationBedford, TX

B) U.S. A. Waters Model 1816 Musket

"MILLBURY/1836" marked at the tail of the lock with "US/A.WATERS" at the center. Includes a "US" marked socket bayonet.

ConditionGood as refinished, with brown patina, scattered pitting and some wear. Stock is also good as sanded and re-oiled, with scattered dents and scratches. Mechanically fine. Bayonet is also good.

Details

ManufacturerWaters A.H.

Model1816