Similar muskets have been dated to 1630-1660 in the Dutch and Germanic states. The barrel has blade and "heart" notch sights and an unknown mark at the breech that appears to be a crown over "L." The inside of the lock is marked "S." A "2689" marked brass collection tag is on the right side of the butt, and the trigger guard has another collection marking.

Very good with some staining and light pitting on the lock and barrel, dark patina on the trigger guard and buttplate, and old revarnished stock with some chips and repairs, scattered minor insect holes, and slivers absent along the ramrod channel. Mechanically fine.