The lock is marked "U.S./M.T. WICKHAM" below the pan and "PHILA/1833" at the tail. The barrel is marked "US/AH/P" (the latter is inset in a star burst pattern) and is dated "1833" on the tang. There is a blade front sight on the front barrel band and a bayonet lug just ahead on the top of the barrel. The stock has a low, flat comb. Many of these muskets were used during the Mexican-American War and were even used to arm desperate Confederate troops during the Civil War.

Fair. The metal surfaces have mottled gray and brown patina and mild pitting. The stock is varnished and has some chipping around barrel tang and numerous scrapes. The front barrel band/cap has hammering markings and is ill-fitting. It has also caused the ramrod to be stuck. The lock functions fine, and the markings are clear.