Friend of a friend has had this musket in the family for decades and would like to know whatever we can tell him about it.
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Friend of a friend has had this musket in the family for decades and would like to know whatever we can tell him about it.
Are there any markings on it? Serial numbers, proof marks, maker's marks, etc?
Here is some general history about them:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Springfield_Model_1861
Pottsdam musket?
Harper's Ferry maybe...
It’s a Potsdam musket. Imported. About 72 caliber. Theh make
Pretty good shooters actually.
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