CLASSIC MUSKETS from TRADITIONS
This line of classic military muskets have high quality metal and wood finishes including hand oiled walnut stocks. These are authentic reproductions of original models and are approved by the North-South Skirmish Association (N-SSA). These rifles and muskets are great for shooters, hunters, enthusiasts, collectors, skirmishers and those participating in historical re-enactments. Takes a musket cap and uses .662 round ball with .015 patch.

The 1842 Springfield musket was originally manufactured in smoothbore and later a rifled barrel was used to allow for the use of the newly developed Mini Ball. It was the first US musket produced with a percussion lock to eliminate the variables and sometimes inconsistent ignition of the flintlock, especially with inclement weather. This rifle features a 42� barrel in the white with a fixed front sight and folding leaf rear sight secured to the stock with three metal bands. The walnut stock has a hand-oiled finish. Overall length is 58�. 10.6 pounds. .69 caliber rifle. NO. 111842