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Lot 2426: Two U.S. Martial Muskets

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: February 22, 2025

Lot 2426: Two U.S. Martial Muskets

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: February 22, 2025

Estimated Price: $1,400 - $2,250
Price Realized:
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A) Mexican-American War Era U.S. Springfield Model 1842 Musket with Bayonet

Manufacturer: Springfield Armory U.S.
Model: 1842-Musket
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 69
Barrel: 42 inch round
Finish: bright
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 555
Item Interest: Average
Serial Number:
Class: Antique
Bore Condition: The smooth bore is darkened with corrosion/pitting.
Description:

"SPRING/FIELD/1847" marked vertically at the tail of the lock with the Federal Eagle above "US" at the center, "1847" dated barrel tang, "V/P/eagle head" proofs at the upper left breech of the barrel, oval script cartouche stamped on the left stock flat. Includes a "US" marked socket bayonet.

Rating Definition:

Very good with some light pitting/freckling and defined markings in the metal. Stock is also very good with some scattered light dents and scratches, a small crack ahead of the rear lock screw, and a lightly visible cartouche. Mechanically excellent. Bayonet is good.



B) U.S. Springfield Model 1816 Flintlock Musket

Manufacturer: Springfield Armory U.S.
Model: 1816
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 69
Barrel: 42 inch round
Finish: brown
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 555
Serial Number:
Class: Antique
Bore Condition: The smooth bore is darkened with corrosion/pitting.
Description:

"SPRING/FIELD/1826" marked vertically at the tail of the lock with the Federal Eagle above "US" at the center, "1826" dated barrel tang, "P/eagle head/V" proofs at the upper left breech of the barrel, faintly visible oval script cartouche stamped on the left stock flat, and a partly legible period carved name in the left of the buttstock.

Rating Definition:

Very good with brown patina, scattered light pitting, and defined markings in the metal. Stock is also very good with scattered dents and scratches, and a few small cracks. Mechanically excellent.



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