Original U.S. Springfield Model 1822/28 Percussion Converted Contract Musket by Robert Johnson of Middleton, CT. - Dated 1834 Fusee Spring & Cover so the service life of

so the service life of the P1899 was rather short

There is powder burn around the cap nipple and on the hammer

with simulated mother of pearl fittings in the center

Still in wonderful condition with the original four digit serial number 3056 intact with no alterations or cross outs and much of the original blue/black finish remaining

Original Item: From an original Ministry of Defense crate marked "GOGGLES-RUBBER-IMPACT" "CONTRACT NO

Original U.S. Springfield Model 1822/28 Percussion Converted Contract Musket by Robert Johnson of Middleton, CT. - Dated 1834 Fusee Spring & Cover so the service life ofOriginal item: One Only. The U. S. Model 1822 Musket was a . 69 caliber smoothbore flintlock, with a 42 inch barrel and an overall length of 58 inches. It replaced the previous model 1816 musket, and often is viewed as a further development of that design. One of the most noticeable differences in the Model 1822 is the attachment of the lower sling swivel. The forward part of the trigger bow was provided with an enlargement which was drilled to