Unique Virginia State Issued First 1814 Model Springfield Standard Issue Army Flintlock Musket

These were the first US Made army issue flintlock made by the government at Springfield Armory starting around 1810 in which they had slight changes every couple of years. The overall design didn't change much until Civil War when metallic cartridge conversions were done, beginning the adoption of the trap door model. These were used from war of 1812 up to the civil war. What makes this particular musket unique is that most of these were converted into percussion before and during the civil war, this one has not, and it is also unique and have never seen another one exactly like it. This is an example of a Virginia State Militia Issued Rifle Manufactured/Inspected in 1814 //// S# 545 - 39.5" Barrel, 55" Overall Length "US 1814 545 sideways 7 R-VA" Stamped on Right side of butt stock and that is the inspector stamp, Receiver plate stamped "1814" sideways and "US", Top Barrel tang stamped "US", Left side of barrel stamped "545 7 and below that V and P", Left side of Stock Stamped "unknown cartouch block stamp, either MP&T or HP&T Richmond, VA. 1815 and that is the state issue acceptance stamp -- Retains original flint and leather, has original rod //// Condition: Excellent - Amazing nice glazed like patina with what looked like a case finish at one time, now its like a 50 shades of brown marble pattern finish, Wood stock is in great condition, nice and solid with a small crack on each side in the stock, some handiling marks and aged battlewear, but not a lot of rough areas, its mostly smooth - overall great condition - all markings are crisp and clear, mechanical functions are work as they should