(A) SCARCE LIEGE SHORT LAND PATTERN BROWN BESS FLINTLOCK MUSKET MARKED "33".

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For another example and extensive information on this pattern, see pages 122-131 of "The Brown Bess" by Erik Goldstein & Stuart Mowbray. The book identifies this model as scarce and states a maximum of 110,000 were produced between 1778 and 1783. The musket is of the standard British Pattern specifications with the Tower proofs on the top of the barrel toward the breech. Behind the barrel tang is a deeply stamped "33" in the appropriate period font. The wrist escutcheon is engraved "D/55". It is possible that the musket was marked here in America for the 33rd British Regiment, known as the most battle hardened redcoats of the Revolutionary War. The lock is inscribed "TOWER" at the tail and has a large engraved crown over "GR" in the center. Below the pan is stamped with a crown, as it should be for these Liege manufactured muskets purchased by Britain. The brass furniture is of the Pattern 1769 type and the serpentine sideplate is flat. The walnut stock is stamped on the apron behind the barrel tang "33". The right side of the buttstock has many stamps including "D / 6 / 3 / 7 / P" and deeply carved initials "IL" on the left side. CONDITION: Barrel retains a light brown patina, markings show some wear. Lock retains a light grey/brown patina and has excellent markings. The brass mounts have a pleasing dark mustard patina and a small crack through rear triggerguard tang screw. Stock has a pleasing smooth surface with scattered bruises, age cracks and marks from use. Some slivers missing along forend. Overall, a very nice example of this pattern. Barrel Length: 41 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .75 Smoothbore FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Liege Model: Short Land Pattern Brown Bess Serial Number: NSN

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(A) SCARCE LIEGE SHORT LAND PATTERN BROWN BESS FLINTLOCK MUSKET MARKED "33".
(A) SCARCE LIEGE SHORT LAND PATTERN BROWN BESS FLINTLOCK MUSKET MARKED "33".
Lot number: 2328
Seller: Morphy Auctions
Event: Firearms & Militaria - Day 2
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