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  1. jonathan butcher

    SOLD Navy Arms/Miroku M1863 Springfield Musket, sling

    This is SOLD pending funds. Navy Arms U.S. Springfield Model M1863 .58 musket. Bore is MINT and rifle shows no indication of having been fired. This Model 1863 has variation II features like the band springs. It has a 40" round barrel marked "Navy Arms Co. Ridgefield N.J. U.S.A." The rifle is...
  2. TheThunderGun

    Refinishing Indian Made musket

    I already know there are some haters for the Indian made muskets I've had no fault yet. However I want to refinish the wood on my Brown Bess 1st Model to get it close to an original, I know they are made with teak wood but was curious if anyone had a good stain and finish they would put on the...
  3. RickL69

    French artillery musket, I think.

    I recently picked this up at a local auction from a museum that was downsizing. They thought it was from Belgium. The barrel measures 23 1/2 inches, poss. 72 cal. The lock looks as if it was replaced at some point. Lots of markings all over this thing. Several are not very visible anymore. I...
  4. 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...
  5. 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.
  6. 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...
  7. Benjamin_Martin

    Help identifying!

    What model of Brown Bess is this??
  8. 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
  9. U

    Japanese Matchlock Pistols and Rifles/Muskets

    I startet shooting muzzle loaders and i have a different percussion Pistols, a Flintlock Pistol and an percussion Musket. That's enough for the beginning most people will say, but i'm very curios about japanese matchlock Pistols and Muskets. Does somebody know, where to get stuff like this? I...
    • Unk
    • Thread
    • black powder japanese matchlock modern replica musket muzzleloading pistol
    • Replies: 6
    • Forum: Pre-Flintlock
  10. 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...
  11. E

    Brass lock plates.

    Hello all. I was wondering if someone could help me with a musket question. What is the history behind brass lock plates. Where and when were they used? Who used them? What time periods are they appropriate for? Or any other random info you have about them would be hugely appreciated. Thank you.
  12. snauss

    WANTED Fusil de chase wanted

    I'm looking for a Fusil de Chase. If you have one you are willing to part with, please let me know. I'm aware there are varying kinds- I'm open to all makers. Please let me know if any parts are not original or are replacements. Thank you!
  13. X

    Help identifying 1863 springfield marking

    I've been trying to research and find out why someone would put these gold metal dots on an old 1863 springfield musket. So far I can't seem to find any information on it, so I thought I would try here and see if anyone knows why someone would have done that.
    • Xx
    • Thread
    • 1863 help mark musket percussion unique
    • Replies: 2
    • Forum: Percussion Rifles
  14. Wolfman0125

    Original 1863 Springfield Musket

    Is there any way to research the background of an original civil war era 1863 Springfield Musket? Serial number on the bayonet is 441.
  15. thallman1125

    WANTED 1822 or older U.S. muskets wanted

    Looking to buy an original U.S. made musket for less than $1,000. This is to hang on the wall as decoration. Oxidation doesn’t matter but would like to see the markings on it.
  16. M

    SOLD The Rifle Shoppe 1740 Potsdam Musket

    Hello, Here I have a beautiful example of a 1740 Potsdam gun and bayonet built using a “The Rifle Shoppe” kit. The kit was built and finished by expert gunsmith “Kashtuk Bowcraft”. Hendrie custom made the bayonet lug, front sight, and nose band. While this is a beautiful gun and I’d love to keep...
  17. 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
  18. RedcoatFromAoEIII

    Please tell me, what was this rifle before it got "decorated"

    I got it off of an auction for pretty cheap, it's missing the lock and has been absurdly covered by brass tacks. The brass tacks are square-point, meaning they were most likely added in the 19th century, presumably by some african Bedouin tribe (auction said it's an Arabic rifle). The whole gun...
  19. N

    WANTED Looking for military style flintlock pistol or musket

    I've been wanting a military style flintlock for some time now, but I don't want to pay a full price for a new pistol from companies like pedersoli. I am especially looking for a 1777 pistol, AN XIII pistol, gendarmerie pistol, and AN IX pistol. But, I am looking for anything of the sort that is...
  20. BJamesBeck

    SOLD ($1000 Shipped) Original M.T. Wickham U.S. Contract Model 1816 Musket

    As the title says, I've got a Wickham Model 1816 I'd like to sell. I believe it was manufactured in the 1820's as there appears to be some of the original brown finish mixed in among the patina. It was a fairly short period during the 1820's when these were browned. There are matching assembly...
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