Springfield Armory manufactured a total of 4,000 cadet muskets c. 1852-1853 for use by various cadet schools around the country. They feature the same lock as the Model 1847 Musketoon. It has a small bayonet stud on the bottom of the barrel near the muzzle, a blade front sight on the front of the upper barrel band, long range ladder rear sight, and "1853" dated lock. "B4" marked on top of the rear barrel band, "20" marked on the underside of the stock ahead of the trigger guard, "US" and "B/65" marked on top of the buttplate. Includes a "US" socket bayonet.

Good, exhibiting a mix of bright surfaces and scattered light surface corrosion on the barrel and fittings, some areas of light pitting, and smooth gray/brown patina on the lock. Stock is also good as period arsenal sanded and re-oiled, with scattered scratches and dents, and a few chips. Mechanically excellent. Included bayonet is also good with scattered moderate pitting.