British India Pattern Flintlock Musket

Description:

British India Pattern Flintlock Musket, c. early 19th century, walnut stock stamped 676 behind the triggerguard, brass fittings, lock marked TOWER, and a crown over GR, pierced heart-shaped cock, barrel has proof marks near the breech and marked 676, and a steel button-head ramrod, barrel lg. 39 1/2, overall lg. 55 in.
Estimate $600-800

Stock has some dings and nicks from age, barrel tang has a small crack on one side near the screw, tail of the lower ramrod pipe is cracked, lock functions properly and gun is in overall good condition.


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