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  1. Benjamin_Martin

    FOR SALE Pedersoli Brown Bess Carbine

    This Pedersoli Brown Bess carbine was purchased in the late 70s/early 80s, and given the age it is in very good condition. The stock has no noticeable dings, and the “brass” pieces still have virtually their full coating. The only exceptions would be a little discoloration on the front end of...
  2. Benjamin_Martin

    WITHDRAWN Pedersoli Brown Bess Carbine

    In an attempt to free up funds for a new piece, I am unfortunately having to list my Pedersoli Brown Bess carbine. The seller I acquired this from told me it was bought in the late 70s/early 80s, and given the age it is in very good condition. The stock has no noticeable dings, and the “brass”...
  3. Second-rate Marksman

    SOLD Customized and Defarbed Pedersoli Brown Bess Carbine

    I’m selling my like-new Pedersoli Brown Bess Carbine, used only once. I’ve shot perhaps ten rounds through it, if that. Barrel has been professionally defarbed of all markings aside from the serial number (for obvious reasons). Lock components are torch-blued and likewise defarbed to give it a...
  4. Benjamin_Martin

    Third pattern brown bess?

    Is this a third pattern brown Bess (India Pattern) or a Tower 1839 musket? Any help would be greatly appreciated.
  5. Benjamin_Martin

    Help identifying percussion-converted musket

    (PICTURES ATTACHED BELOW) Hey guys, I was referred to your subforum from another one, they said I could probably find more information here. Recently, I bought what was advertised as a Second Model Brown Bess from a small dealer up in New England. He said he picked it up at an estate sale in...
  6. Benjamin_Martin

    Help identifying!

    What model of Brown Bess is this??
  7. Benjamin_Martin

    Need help identifying Revolutionary War era musket 🙏

    (PICTURES ATTACHED BELOW) Hey guys, I’m new to this page but have been interested in the history surrounding the Revolution for some time. Recently, I bought what was advertised as a Second Model Brown Bess from a small dealer up in New England. He said he picked it up at an estate sale in...
    • Benjamin_Martin
    • Thread
    • american revolution bess british brown bess committee of safety flintlock flintlock musket musket revolution
    • Replies: 48
    • Forum: Smoothbore
  8. muskethunter1109

    FOR SALE Northstar West Officer Fusil/ Ranger musket

    Made by the Northstar West company that went out of business a few years back. Known for their high quality kits. These kit costs were pretty well over 1k. However this is a fully made piece that was defarbed and never shot. Taken to the 245th Brandywine reenactment to be used as an officer...
  9. R

    Committee of Safety Flintlock Musket? Please help...

    Hello, I am quite new to the world of antique firearms but have always wanted a Committee of Safety musket. I came across this one and I'd greatly appreciate any information you may be able to provide about it. The description is as follows: Revolutionary War “Committee of Safety” .70 Cal...
  10. Florida airgunner

    Rogers rangers musket photos please?

    Hi all. this is my first post although i have been reading on this forum for quite some time now. I'm planning on purchasing my first flintlock soon, and im thinking about getting the rogers rangers musket from military heritage. Its a cut down brown bess with a 34 inch barrel. Im about 5 foot...
  11. J

    Double barrel Brown Bess?

    Any ideas how this would actually work?
  12. S

    Real Brown Bess or Trade Gun

    wondering if this is a trade gun or an actual brown Bess musket that has been cut down. Don't seem to see any TOWER marks or date on the lock. Not sure if its been worn off or what. Haven't heard back from the auction company. link to the page here
  13. M

    Brown Bess frizzen gouge

    Recently I bought a brown Bess carbine (pedersoli) and noticed it has some gouging issues(?). I'm new to flintlocks and I'm unsure if this level of cutting is normal. The frizzen throws an excellent shower of sparks, though. I'm just worried this gouging is abnormal and prematurely wearing the...
    • Mitch97
    • Thread
    • brown bess flintlock frizzen smooth bore
    • Replies: 13
    • Forum: Smoothbore
  14. A

    Belgian Brown Bess repair

    Hail friends, An inexpensive brown bess has come up for sale, the only issue is that it needs some lock parts. Being Belgian in origin, I have no idea whether Track of the Wolf's parts will fit, and I am new to the hobby. Seeking opinions and suggestions regarding the attached photos. What...
    • Aldarith
    • Thread
    • brown bess brown bess musket frizzen jaw lock mainspring repair screw
    • Replies: 57
    • Forum: Smoothbore
  15. R

    12 gauge rifled slug out of Bess?

    Hello everyone, third ever post here. I am wondering if its a good idea to shoot 12 gauge rifled slugs out of my short land Bess. Its kind of just like a minie ball, no? Had a slug dud on me last year so I cut it open and took out the slug. It *just* fits down the barrel its not tight if the...
  16. Rubber Duck

    Fitting barrel to stock

    I'm trying to mount a round smooth bore barrel on to a new pre built stock, but sides of the barrel don't touch the stock, are the any ways to expand the side of the stock? I'm using this project to practice on before I buy the kit gun I want.
  17. snoutsugar

    Brown Bess Wanted

    Looking for brown bess preferably a TOW kit gun, built. Used ok. Looking for .775 bore Fair price Private message me Thanks
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