This concluding volume of what is now recognized as the most useful reference ever produced on the flintlock military muskets of the United States. In this volume covering the second half of the flintlock era, learn the correct, and incorrect, configurations for these historic longarms. Study the markings and inspection stamps that separate rare muskets from run-of-the-mill examples. Based on decades of research at the National Archives. Muskets covered include: Model 1816, 1822, 1822/28, 1840, and all Federal alterations to the percussion system. Hard cover. 8-3/4" by 11-1/4" format. 373 pages. Black & white photos.
