Bidspirit auction | Flintlock mechanism & internal lock

Flintlock mechanism & internal lock components - Flintlock mechanism and internal lock components. Good but rusty condition. Plate bears the name MANTON. John and Joseph Manton were English gunsmiths in London during the late 18th and early 19th centuries famous for quality sporting guns, pistols, and ignition designs. Based on other markings this appears to be an East India Company (EIC) trade musket lock mechanism manufactured under contract by Manton. The stamp on the tail of the lockplate is the official EIC merchant's bale mark. 7” long, 3” wide Please see photos. Disclaimer: Due to the high quality of fakes, this item is sold as-is without warranty of authenticity.