This is an American-stocked musket patterned after the 1756 Brown Bess. It is a .75-caliber, 46-inch smoothbore flintlock. The metal has a dark, heavy brown patina with scattered surface oxidation. The lock plate is marked Haskins/1758, and the markings ahead of the hammer have been removed. The listing is used, and the stock shows dings, scratches and mars.

A musket of this pattern suits a collector who wants a long arm modeled on the 1756 Brown Bess, with the wear that the listing describes. It is not a modern shooter, so the marks, patina and stock condition are the main points to weigh. Antique firearm rules vary by state, so check them before you order. Each condition note above comes from the supplier and describes the piece as offered.

Key features

• .75 caliber, 46-inch smoothbore flintlock
• Dark brown patina, scattered oxidation
• Lock plate marked Haskins/1758
• Dings and scratches on the stock
• Used; small wood loss on left buttplate

This musket ships to the licensed dealer you name, where you complete Form 4473 and the background check.