This original longarm is a .69 caliber Springfield Model 1842, single-shot smoothbore muzzleloader in good overall condition. The lockplate surface is bright from cleaning and exhibits standard markings of “eagle motif / US” front of the hammer and “SPRING / FIELD / 1853”. Mechanics are strong and crisp. Barrel surface has been cleaned and wears a mottled light gray sheen. Lockplate screws not buggered up. Proof marks “V / P/ Eaglehead” are clear on left side of breech. Just very light traces of the barrel tang date stamp remain. Cannot discern date. Bore is dark, dusty with light pitting. All the other iron components are consistent. One cartouche visible on the left flat. No other markings visible. Black walnut stock surface is dark, uncleaned, and exhibits a partial identification hand carved on the right side of stock. ID read’s “J. F. McDonald / 1863”. No research has been done on McDonald as yet. Stock also shows a number of light scratches and scuff marks overall along with minor dings and nicks. Stock forend does have two light surface cracks between the lower and middle barrel bands. An original M1842 rifled musket by Springfield.

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