Model 1816 muskets were primarily used in conflicts with various Native American groups after the War of 1812. They were also used into the Mexican-American War era and the Civil War, generally after being converted to percussion. Model 1816 Type II muskets are described on pages 421-423 of George D. Moller's book "American Military Shoulder Arms, Volume II" with this exact musket photographed on all three pages, in which the first caption states, "The salient visual feature of the Model 1816 (Type II) musket is the lower sling swivel's location on the front branch of the trigger guard bow." The top of this same musket is also photographed on page 409 in which this musket is used as an example to describe the serial numbering system used at the national armories from c. 1817 to the late 1830s. Features a top mounted bayonet stud towards the muzzle, brass blade front sight on the rear strap of the front barrel band, "Z 58" marked on top of the barrel at the breech, diamond shaped condemnation punch mark on the left of the barrel at the breech above "P/eagle head/V" proofs, "1829" date marked on the barrel tang, "SPRING/FIELD/1830" marked at the rear of the lock (indicating a replacement) and "eagle/US" at the center, circled script "ET" (Elisha Toby) inspector cartouche ahead of circled script "A/3" classification stamp, and "RC" marked ahead of a circled script inspection cartouche behind the lower tang. "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

Exceptionally fine, retaining 75% plus original brown finish on the barrel and fittings with some areas of light flaking. Retains 85% plus original case colors on the lock and hammer. Stock is very fine with defined edges, some light scratches, dents, chips, and crisp cartouches. Mechanically excellent. Included bayonet is very fine.