One of 2,000 Commonwealth of Pennsylvania 1797 Contract muskets secured by Albert Gallitin and made by Melchoir Baker in Fayette County, Pennsylvania. Made famous as guns used in defense of Erie, Pennsylvania in the War of 1812, with rumors of less than 10 existing today. 44" smoothbore .69 caliber barrel with two iron barrel bands and a double strap nosepiece with breech marked with "CP" and "P" with "(Liberty Cap)" proof. Original flintlock marked with "M. BAKER" and "CP" at rear. Walnut full military stock with iron furniture and "BB" initials scratched in left side of the comb. Comes with original steel ramrod. PROVENANCE: Rich Guckes Collection. CONDITION: Overall good with metal having a dark corroded appearance with some pitting in touchole area. Flintlock appears to be original with a dark plum appearance. Wood has dark age patina with slivers missing along forestock and repaired piece between tang and lock. Large chip out of buttstock on the right. Dark bore with good mechanics. DLM Name Value Accessories Barrel Length 44" Caliber/Bore .69 Smoothbore Drop at Comb Drop at Heel FFL Status Antique Length of Pull Manufacturer Baker Model CP Musket Paperwork Serial Number NSN
One of 2,000 Commonwealth of Pennsylvania 1797 Contract muskets secured by Albert Gallitin and made by Melchoir Baker in Fayette County, Pennsylvania. Made famous as guns used in defense of Erie, Pennsylvania in the War of 1812, with rumors of less than 10 existing today. 44" smoothbore .69 caliber barrel with two iron barrel bands and a double strap nosepiece with breech marked with "CP" and "P" with "(Liberty Cap)" proof. Original flintlock marked with "M. BAKER" and "CP" at rear. Walnut full military stock with iron furniture and "BB" initials scratched in left side of the comb. Comes with original steel ramrod. PROVENANCE: Rich Guckes Collection. CONDITION: Overall good with metal having a dark corroded appearance with some pitting in touchole area. Flintlock appears to be original with a dark plum appearance. Wood has dark age patina with slivers missing along forestock and repaired piece between tang and lock. Large chip out of buttstock on the right. Dark bore with good mechanics. DLM Name Value Accessories Barrel Length 44" Caliber/Bore .69 Smoothbore Drop at Comb Drop at Heel FFL Status Antique Length of Pull Manufacturer Baker Model CP Musket Paperwork Serial Number NSN
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