N° d'objet
5401.2.1
Titre
Percussion Musket
Description
A Percussion Musket with a wooden stock and metal barrel. A crown with the letter 'B' and '13' stamped on the barrel near the firing mechanism. Also on the barrel is a stamp that consists of a crown with a pair of crossed swords beneath it and a further stamp consisting of a crown with the initials 'G.R.' underneath it with the War Department arrow beneath it. On the left hand side of the stock the initials 'E.B.' have been stamped into the wood. On the underside of the stock "WHEELER" has been stamped. On the right hand side of the stock there are furthur markings includingan '8/51' with the Office of Ordnance arrow. The lock plate has become detached from the musket; it has "TOWER" stamped along with the crown and 'V.R.' initials. There is no ramrod present. In white, 'CR.2' has been added.
Période de création
19th Century
Dimensions
- 1390 mm
- Height: Butt 127 mm