Original U.S. Springfield Model 1822 Percussion Converted Cut-down Musket by Asa Waters of Millbury, CT - Dated 1835 Cannons & Mortars The P-1853 Enfield was used

The P-1853 Enfield was used by both Union and Confederate forces during the Civil War and was widely seen at Gettysburg

It is recorded that Robert Watkin was a contract musket maker in London from 1710 until 1740

which has allowed the shell to oxidize

or on the grenade mounting webbing on the side of one of the ammunition cases

Original U.S. Springfield Model 1822 Percussion Converted Cut-down Musket by Asa Waters of Millbury, CT - Dated 1835 Cannons & Mortars The P-1853 Enfield was usedOriginal 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