Inherited a Revolutionary War Percussion Musket & Need HELP Figuring out Exactly what I've got here....

[asettle1987]

Hello Guys,
I am reaching out in hopes that someone can help me to figure out what kind of Musket I have here. Was told that the gun is from the Revolutionary War. However after hours and hours of searching I have yet to be able to figure out what Model or better yet the year this Antique came from. I do know that it has been changed from Flint Lock to Percussion. Would like to find out how much something like like this is worth. Any help is greatly appreciated.
Thanks Again, Amber

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[titsonritz]

@Andy54Hawken

 

[ARFrog]

I got nothing OP. Just wanted to say that I always like seeing the scroll work and etching on old rifles. Thanks for posting the pictures.

Good luck with your search for info.

 

[JuglansRegia]

Well, its percussion so its later than the revolutionary war, based on the decorative work and the style of the stock, I would say its from continental europe but I am no expert so take my knowledge for what its worth.

Also, usually the maker put their mark and proofs under the barrel so you will have to take the wood off to see what all is there.

 

[Ura-Ki]

Any markings on the Lock or Barrel?
Also, can you show both sides of the stock, specifically the patch box ( if it has one) and any other details!

At first blush, I'm going to guess a very nicely done Pennsylvania long rifle, but..........So many variables and the custom touches muddy the waters some!

 

[jj500]

Appears to be a .75 caliber smooth bore,possibly, looks to be converted from flint to percussion,check to see if it is loaded before you get into to it too much.

 

[asettle1987]

Any markings on the Lock or Barrel?
Also, can you show both sides of the stock, specifically the patch box ( if it has one) and any other details!

At first blush, I'm going to guess a very nicely done Pennsylvania long rifle, but..........So many variables and the custom touches muddy the waters some!

This is the only marking that I have been able to find.

 

[titsonritz]

Well, its percussion so its later than the revolutionary war,

She as already stated the Flint Lock has been converted to Percussion.

 

[asettle1987]

Well, its percussion so its later than the revolutionary war, based on the decorative work and the style of the stock, I would say its from continental europe but I am no expert so take my knowledge for what its worth.

Also, usually the maker put their mark and proofs under the barrel so you will have to take the wood off to see what all is there.

There is a marking on top of the barrell. It looks like this.
Think its an I F . But still unsure.

 

[Ops]

pawn stars

 

[Andy54Hawken]

Hello Amber
You have a very nice Fowler , not a musket...
There are no sling swivels or a bayonet lug....plus most muskets were not as fancy as your gun.
( Although some private purchase muskets , can be quite fancy )
That said your trigger guard looks like it could be from a musket...notice what appears to be hole for a sling swivel in it....

A fowler is simply a old fashioned , period correct term for a muzzleloading shotgun.
And yes it has been converted from flint to percussion at some point.

I love the brass lock plate ...that is a neat feature.
The carving and rear sight make it interesting as well.

To my eye it it looks a bit late for the Rev. War....but it could just as easily be from the 1780's onward...which falls into the timeline of our War.

Parts look to be English with an English overall styling....
Which may mean that it was made in England or made here in the Colonies ...tough to say for sure without a makers name....
Many gun parts were imported here and just as many guns were made here with those parts.

I would love to see this gun in person....
In any event for a dollar value I'd place it at $1000 and up...*
* rough guess without actually seeing the gun giving it a value is tough....
Especially if we find any more markings....

Has the stock been cut down...and can we get a picture of the whole gun or at least the forearm and muzzle area...?

Welcome to the forum and please keep in touch....I'd be very happy to help you with this firearm.
Andy

 

[Mark W.]

Yea I would like to see the Butt plate and a good overall side view.

 

[STEELE]

Thank you for providing all those photos! A very sweet piece! Inherit from the family...history? Good luck and enjoy it!

 

[Mikej]

Hello Amber
You have a very nice Fowler , not a musket...
There are no sling swivels or a bayonet lug....plus most) muskets were not as fancy as your gun.
( Although some private purchase muskets , can be quite fancy )
That said your trigger guard looks like it could be from a musket...notice what appears to be hole for a sling swivel in it....

A fowler is simply a old fashioned , period correct term for a muzzleloading shotgun.
And yes it has been converted from flint to percussion at some point.

I love the brass lock plate ...that is a neat feature.
The carving and rear sight make it interesting as well.

To my eye it it looks a bit late for the Rev. War....but it could just as easily be from the 1780's onward...which falls into the timeline of our War.

Parts look to be English with an English overall styling....
Which may mean that it was made in England or made here in the Colonies ...tough to say for sure without a makers name....
Many gun parts were imported here and just as many guns were made here with those parts.

I would love to see this gun in person....
In any event for a dollar value I'd place it at $1000 and up...*
* rough guess without actually seeing the gun giving it a value is tough....
Especially if we find any more markings....

Has the stock been cut down...and can we get a picture of the whole gun or at least the forearm and muzzle area...?

Welcome to the forum and please keep in touch....I'd be very happy to help you with this firearm.
Andy

You're a mighty handy person to have around here Andy!

 

[Andy54Hawken]

@Mikej
Thank you....
Andy

 

[Ura-Ki]

You're a mighty handy person to have around here Andy!

Yup, that's our Andy, a pretty good feller to have around, especially around the camp fire with a bottle of good stuff to pass around!

 

[Andy54Hawken]

Yup, that's our Andy, a pretty good feller to have around, especially around the camp fire with a bottle of good stuff to pass around!

Thanks and that sounds like a good time...
Nice fire...
Good friends...
Good drink...
Good conversations...
Andy

 

[ARFrog]

Yup, that's our Andy, a pretty good feller to have around, especially around the camp fire with a bottle of good stuff to pass around!

Agree with the sentiment...
However, sounds like a MAJOR social distancing violation!

 

[Andy54Hawken]

Agree with the sentiment...
However, sounds like a MAJOR social distancing violation!

Well the whiskey will clear anything up....
Andy

 

[EPS]

Thanks and that sounds like a good time...
Nice fire...
Good friends...
Good drink...
Good conversations...
Andy

It's about that time of year.