December 10-13, 2024 Firearms & Militaria
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 12/11/2024
Of standard configuration. French barrel with faceted breech section and long extended top flat. Lock marked with crown over "S E" for St. Etienne Arsenal. Standard Model 1717 iron furniture, including center band with sling lanyard on left side, iron noseband and trigger guard, with no provision for a sling swivel, rather, the other ring is mounted behind the sideplate. Walnut stock of early form and replaced wood ramrod. Complete with an associated French bayonet. CONDITION: Barrel retained a heavy brown patina, Lock needs internal adjustment, shows heavy pitting and some flaking and rust. Furniture retains a heavy brown patina. Stock shows scattered splinters, cracks and marks from use. Bayonet fits musket and has a mostly brown patina. A very rare musket.
Caliber/Bore
.75 Smoothbore