{"product_id":"u-s-springfield-model-1842-musket-69-caliber-1854-dated-lock-plate","title":"U.S. Springfield Model 1842 Musket – .69 Caliber – 1854 Dated Lock Plate","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOriginal U.S. Springfield Model 1842 percussion musket chambered in .69 caliber. Lock plate is marked \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpringfield 1854\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e with eagle proof, making this a desirable pre-Civil War U.S. military musket.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis example shows honest age and service wear throughout, with dark patina to the metal, visible markings, original-style ramrod, barrel bands, rear sight, and full-length walnut stock. The wood shows expected handling marks, dings, finish loss, and wear from age. Metal has scattered oxidation and patina, giving it a strong untouched antique appearance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Model 1842 was the first standard U.S. percussion musket and saw use before and during the Civil War. A great display piece for a Civil War, Mexican War, or U.S. martial arms collection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Good antique condition overall. Lock markings are visible. Wood has wear, scratches, and age marks. Metal shows patina\/oxidation. Appears complete from photos. Bore\/function should be checked before any firing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFREE SHIPPING!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Whiskey Rebellion Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43062643490893,"sku":null,"price":1000.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0610\/9229\/8829\/files\/E98D7340-88AF-467E-AEF0-2FFF55C23285.jpg?v=1780338618","url":"https:\/\/whiskeyrebellionantiques.com\/products\/u-s-springfield-model-1842-musket-69-caliber-1854-dated-lock-plate","provider":"Whiskey Rebellion Antiques","version":"1.0","type":"link"}