The Model 1795 is historically significant as the first official standardized U.S. martial arm and the first firearms manufactured at the U.S. armories. The Model 1795 was based on the French Model 1766 widely used during the Revolution, and was the main infantry arm of the War of 1812. This musket has the correct Type I markings and features, and is dated "1803" on the buttplate tang. It has the second style of lock marking (c. 1802-1803) with horizontal "SPRINGFIELD" in a downward curve behind the hammer, and at the center of the lock is the shielded eagle looking to it's left above a script "US". Appears to be in original flintlock configuration. Note the distinctive curls on the frizzen toe and top jaw guide used on the Type I muskets. The barrel has the standard proof and inspection marks at the breech including a State of New York mark "SNY" on top. "21" marked on the upper tang. A five pointed "star" over a script "US" is marked on the left stock flat. "GDM" (George D. Moller) collection initials marked at the toe of the stock. Includes leather sling. Provenance: The George Moller Collection; Property of a Gentleman

Good with scattered mild oxidation and pitting, defined lock markings, and mostly legible barrel markings. Stock has numerous scratches and dings, and some flakes, chips, and cracks in the otherwise good refinished wood. Mechanically fine.