Percussion Massachusetts militia musket dated 1836 - $550.00
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1836 dated percussion Massachusetts militia musket. Typical configuration with 38-3/4" round barrel of .69 caliber bore. Usual proof marks and date at barrel breech. Trade lock marked "LONDON WARRANTED". Metal parts have a medium patina overall with some minor pitting in the percussion drum area. Stock is good, may have been lightly cleaned, repaired crack above rear of lock, little chip at rear of barrel tang caused by recoil, small crack by lock side screw, and a narrow sliver from forearm edge. Mechanically good, sold as a collector item only, not warranted safe to shoot.
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