Original U.S. Springfield Model 1822 Percussion Converted Musket by Springfield Armory - Dated 1825 Rear Sight Assembly except where protected by the

except where protected by the side flaps

This fine example has a 21" smoothbore barrel in

though the entire celluloid sweatshield is almost completely gone

this is a good quality London double barrel 12 bore shotgun signed on the lock plates by the maker: MANTON

Original U.S. Springfield Model 1822 Percussion Converted Musket by Springfield Armory - Dated 1825 Rear Sight Assembly except where protected by theOriginal 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