(GA.319) Flintlock Musket
ARTIFACT NUMBERCCN 47255
ManufacturerJohn Nicholson
Country of OriginPennsylvania, Colonial America, North America
Dateca. 1776
MATERIAL(S)Wood, Iron, Brass
Dimensions43" barrel length
Credit LineU.S. Army Artifact, CCN 47255
Description40" .63 cal. smoothbore brl.. Has 1st pattern type brass furniture with 4 ramrod pipes. Escutcheon plate has script initials which appear to be "JR". Lock has no markings but has scroll engraving. Stock appears to be American black walnut. Rear sling swivel missing, otherwise complete.Stock is sound with no major repairs, metal has medium patina. Label Text40" .63 cal. smoothbore brl.. Has 1st pattern type brass furniture with 4 ramrod pipes. Escutcheon plate has script initials which appear to be "JR". Lock has no markings but has scroll engraving. Stock appears to be American black walnut. Rear sling swivel missing, otherwise complete. Stock is sound with no major repairs, metal has medium patina.
ca. 1775