Offered hear is a French M-1822 Flintlock Musket, made at Mutzig. The production date 1836 is clearly visible on the right breech of the barrel and on the right side of the butt stock. The lock clearly shows the script maker’s inscription, “Mre Rle de Mutzig”, forward of the heavy percussion hammer. The “Crown / H” is also clearly visible. The barrel has a small bolster and cone that has been added to the barrel. Various stamps appear on the left side of the barrel breech. The smooth bore is clear with moderate pitting. Many of the parts and screw heads are stamped with numbers. All of the gun metal has a dull gray color with surface (finger prints) rusting. The musket retains its original sling swivels. The rear sight is a notch sight. The original full-length ramrod is in the channel under the barrel, and it retains good threads at the end. The lock functions crisply on all positions and is mechanically excellent. The original cone (nipple) is in the bolster of the musket. Barrel bands, butt plate, trigger guard, side plate, and ramrod all bear inspector stamps.

The stock is in good condition showing original color and finish. The stock shows a number of bumps, dings, and dents, typical of a 19th century military musket. The right side of the shoulder stock is nicely stamped with “MUTZIG”, two crown cartouches, and a larger round date stamp.

This a good representative example of the many interesting European cast-off weapons that crossed the ocean to serve during the American Civil War, and would be a nice addition to any display of imported arms.  [jet]

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