Bidspirit auction | 1825 Springfield Mdl 1816 Type

1825 Springfield Mdl 1816 Type II Flintlock Musket - 1825 Springfield U.S. Model 1816 Type II flintlock musket. Approximately 42” barrel and 57.5” total length. Rust visible all around. See photos for details and condition. DO NOT EVER LOAD OR FIRE THIS GUN UNLESS AND UNTIL IT HAS BEEN INSPECTED AND MADE OR DECLARED SAFE BY A QUALIFIED GUNSMITH / METALLURGIST. EVEN THEN, DON'T BE THE NEXT POSTHUMOUS OR VEGETABLE DARWIN AWARD RECIPIENT. Hang this on your wall - honor its heritage, history and craftsmanship.