The Model 1819 Hall was the first widely issued U.S. military breech loading firearm and the first firearm manufactured with totally interchangeable parts. This one is dated "1837" and is in its original flintlock configuration. It has the standard off-set sights and "J.H. HALL/H. FERRY/US/1837" on the breechblock.

Extremely fine, retains 60% plus of the original brown, thinning in some areas to reveal a smooth bright grey patina. The wood is excellent with raised feathered grain, some light dings and scratches scattered throughout and a few light chips along the ramrod channel. Mechanically excellent. Appears unfired.