Original U.S. Springfield Model 1822 Flintlock Contract Musket by Asa Waters of Millbury, CT. - dated 1833 Antique Colts though it is not attached

though it is not attached as it was pulling away from the end hooks

which began its life as a full length musket

showing the trademark Asian man’s profile with BOURGADE marked in the man's braided hair

This example is marked MANSON / SHEFFIELD on the blade ricasso

Original U.S. Springfield Model 1822 Flintlock Contract Musket by Asa Waters of Millbury, CT. - dated 1833 Antique Colts though it is not attachedOriginal item: One Only. The U. S. Model 1822 Musket was a . 69 caliber smoothbore flintlock, with a 42 inch barrel and an overall length of 58 inches. It replaced the previous model 1816 musket, and often is viewed as a further development of that design. One of the most noticeable differences in the Model 1822 is the attachment of the lower sling swivel. The forward part of the trigger bow was provided with an enlargement which was drilled to