Springfield Model 1812 pattern muskets are described on pages 83-84 of George D. Moller's book "American Military Shoulder Arms Volume II", with this exact musket photographed on page 83. The book states, "In 1813 Springfield Armory fabricated six pattern Model 1812 muskets... There are two known examples of the Springfield Armory Model 1812 pattern muskets fabricated in 1813 [Three, reference lot 1147] that contain the design features described in contemporary correspondence. One is located in the Springfield Armory Museum [SPAR 5402], and the other is in a private collection [this example]. These muskets are similar to each other, and the design of their locks and barrels reflects the influence of the French Model 1777 musket. They also have a number of innovations that would be incorporated into the design and production of the Model 1812, Model 1816, and Model 1840 flintlock muskets, as well as the Model 1855 percussion rifle musket." It has a bayonet stud on bottom near the muzzle, brass blade front sight on the rear strap of the front barrel band, rectangular barrel band studs, "1813" date and "SPRINGFIELD" marked in a vertical arch at the rear of the lock, "eagle/US" marked at the center of the lock, "US" and "P/eagle head/V" stamps on the barrel at the breech, script "D" inspection mark outside and hidden inside on various parts, and cheek cutout on the left side of the comb. "GDM" (George D. Moller) collection initials marked at the toe of the stock. Includes US socket bayonet, leather sling, and wood tampion. Provenance: The George Moller Collection

Good with brown patina overall and scattered light to mild pitting. Stock is also good as lightly sanded and re-oiled with some dents, chips, a crack ahead of the lock, and an absent section behind the flash pan. Mechanically fine. Included bayonet is very good with some brown patina.