Original U.S. Contract of 1814 Flintlock Rifled Musket by Robert Johnson - Extremely Rare
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Original Item: Only One Available. Here is an American Classic in .54 caliber, with an overall length of 48". This was the FIRST Flintlock Rifle adopted by the U.S. Government. It features a 33 1/2" half octagonal and half round barrel, complete with all iron mounts including an iron lidded patch box in the right side of the butt. It also has a cut in cheek piece to the stock's left side. Cartouche stamped on left side of wood stock near the side plate. The lock is marked with:-
U.S.
R. JOHNSON
The left side of the barrel is also marked with P / U S proof marks. The rifle was originally fitted with two sling swivels, however the upper is now absent. The bore is clear, but unfortunately the rifling worn away long ago, and now the interior is quite fouled.
Please see UNITED STATES MARTIAL FLINTLOCKS by Robert M. Reilly page 133, where Mr. Reilly fully explains this rifle and its various developments. It would appear our example is one from the earliest production run and is therefore very rare.
In great condition, fully working and ready to display!
Specifications-
Year of Manufacture: circa 1814
Caliber: .54"
Cartridge Type: Ball and Powder
Barrel Length: 33 1/2 Inches
Overall Length: 48 Inches
Action type: Side Action Flintlock
Feed System: Muzzle Loading
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