Original U.S. Springfield Model 1822 Cone in Barrel Percussion Converted Musket with Sling - Dated 1823 MG 42 Bolt & Barrel Assembly On 13 January 1944

On 13 January 1944

Aside from a bit of light staining and "age toning" on the white circles

often custom made to order

The liner is stamped C

It is missing the lid which covers the telephone receiver

Original U.S. Springfield Model 1822 Cone in Barrel Percussion Converted Musket with Sling - Dated 1823 MG 42 Bolt & Barrel Assembly On 13 January 1944Original item: One Only. The U. S. Model 1822 Musket was a . 69 caliber smoothbore flintlock, with a 42 inch barrel and an overall length of 58 inches. It replaced the previous model 1816 musket, and often is viewed as a further development of that design. One of the most noticeable differences in the Model 1822 is the attachment of the lower sling swivel. The forward part of the trigger bow was provided with an enlargement which was drilled to