U.S. Model 1842 Percussion Musket, Springfield Armory, 1846, iron mountings, 42" round barrel, .69 caliber, ramrod, bayonet lug on barrel underside near muzzle, three barrel bands, the center band with a sling loop, the barrel marked at left rear with worn "V, P and eagle head", the lockplate with eagle over U.S. in front of hammer and marked behind hammer on three lines "Spring, Field, 1846", the trigger guard with a sling loop, the steel butt plate is marked "70" at upper tang (likely rack number), the stock with expected dents and scratches, a surface crack behind the barrel tang, the action is good with the hammer having half and full cock and is responsive to the trigger pull, the smooth bore with surface rust, overall approx. 57.5"l, 8.65lbs Detailed condition reports are not included in this catalog. For additional information, including condition reports, please utilize the ASK A QUESTION tab found in each lot. All lots are sold as-is and where is. No statement regarding age, condition, kind, value, or quality of a lot, whether made orally at the auction or at any other time, or in writing in this catalog or elsewhere, shall be construed to be an express or implied warranty, representation, or assumption of liability. All sales are final, and Austin Auction Gallery does not give refunds based on condition. Austin Auction Gallery does not perform any shipping or packing services. We do have a list of suggested shippers who gladly provide quotes prior to your bidding. Please visit our webpage for a list of recommended shippers.**NOTE: ALL JEWELRY & COIN LOTS REALIZING OVER $1,000 MUST BE PAID BY BANK WIRE**