Antique U.S. Model 1816 Flintlock Musket – Harpers Ferry, 1833
Own a piece of American history with this classic Model 1816 flintlock musket, originally crafted at the Harpers Ferry Armory in 1833. This .69 caliber smoothbore muzzleloader, one of the most widely issued muskets of the early 19th century, was standard U.S. military issue from 1816 through the 1840s and saw extensive use in the field, including by regiments like the 96th Pennsylvania Infantry during the Civil War era.
This particular example was converted to percussion in the 1850s—a common update for battlefield reliability. The original flintlock pan was expertly milled flush and filled with brass; a nipple lug and new hammer were added to complete the transformation.
Features include:
Lock marked HARPERS / FERRY / 1833 with eagle and “US” insignia
Barrel dated 1826, marked “VP”
Iron furniture throughout: buttplate marked “US”, iron trigger guard, and barrel bands
Shortened barrel with bayonet lug and button-head steel ramrod
Classic low comb buttstock design for elegant profile and handling
No rear sight, as issued; nose guard doubles as front sight and third band
Whether you're a serious collector or a historical enthusiast, this Harpers Ferry Model 1816 represents the craftsmanship, military evolution, and legacy of America’s early arsenal.
Own a piece of American history with this classic Model 1816 flintlock musket, originally crafted at the Harpers Ferry Armory in 1833. This .69 caliber smoothbore muzzleloader, one of the most widely issued muskets of the early 19th century, was standard U.S. military issue from 1816 through the 1840s and saw extensive use in the field, including by regiments like the 96th Pennsylvania Infantry during the Civil War era.
This particular example was converted to percussion in the 1850s—a common update for battlefield reliability. The original flintlock pan was expertly milled flush and filled with brass; a nipple lug and new hammer were added to complete the transformation.
Features include:
Lock marked HARPERS / FERRY / 1833 with eagle and “US” insignia
Barrel dated 1826, marked “VP”
Iron furniture throughout: buttplate marked “US”, iron trigger guard, and barrel bands
Shortened barrel with bayonet lug and button-head steel ramrod
Classic low comb buttstock design for elegant profile and handling
No rear sight, as issued; nose guard doubles as front sight and third band
Whether you're a serious collector or a historical enthusiast, this Harpers Ferry Model 1816 represents the craftsmanship, military evolution, and legacy of America’s early arsenal.