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Lot 1175:British India Pattern Brown Bess Flintlock Musket

September 12th, 2020|Rock Island, IL
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Lot 1175:British India Pattern Brown Bess Flintlock Musket

September 12th, 2020|Rock Island, IL
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British India Pattern Brown Bess Flintlock Musket

Also known as the 3rd Model, this pattern was adopted by the British military in 1796 based on a pattern used by the East India Company and remained in use into the middle of the 19th century. The lock is marked with the Georgian cipher and "TOWER" on the outside and "TF," "L," and "crown/52" on the inside. The barrel has proof and inspection marks including a "crown/21" mark by the vent. The left stock flat has "483" and "IR," and "XI" is marked inside the lock mortise. Includes a reproduction buff leather sling.

Rating definitionVery good plus with light gray patina and minor pitting on the barrel and lock, aged patina on the brass furniture, some buff lines, distinct markings, and mild overall wear. The muzzle has a series of small notches. The re-oiled stock is also very good and has moderate scrapes and dings, fresh look inside the lock mortise, some small chips, and general moderate wear from use. Mechanically fine.
Details
ManufacturerTower
ModelFlintlock
TypeMusket
ClassAntique
Barrel39 inch round
Finishbright
Stockwalnut
Item LocationRock Island, IL
Views4324
Catalog page154
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