Repairing and using my U.S. Model 1816 Flintlock Musket

[Va.Manuf.06]

In looking at your pictures,you're very lucky,that top band is almost unobtanium as far as finding an original one IMHO.Good buy,parts value is probably twice what you paid.

You said it but a good middle band is a tough one on the loose as well. Good original rear bands are (relatively) a dime a dozen but can still command a hefty price.

 

[Jim Blair]

In looking at your pictures,you're very lucky,that top band is almost unobtanium as far as finding an original one IMHO.Good buy,parts value is probably twice what you paid.

You said it but a good middle band is a tough one on the loose as well. Good original rear bands are (relatively) a dime a dozen but can still command a hefty price.

LOL Yep,they threw the bands away when they chopped 'em,I never saw one cut below the lower band.............yet. :grin: