Original U.S. Springfield Model 1822 Cone in Barrel Percussion Converted Musket - Dated 1823 MP 44 almost no two are alike

almost no two are alike

and the securing strap is partly torn and otherwise very somewhat delicate due to leather deterioration

uniforms associated with the 5th Mech rarely come up for sale on the market

Approximate Jacket Measurements"Collar to shoulder: 9”Shoulder to sleeve: 25”Shoulder to shoulder: 16”Chest width: 18”Waist width: 15”Hip width: 21”Front length: 42" Second World War1st BattalionThe Second World War was declared on 3 September 1939

Don graduated early from Baldwin High School and enlisted in the Army Air Corps during his senior year

Original U.S. Springfield Model 1822 Cone in Barrel Percussion Converted Musket - Dated 1823 MP 44 almost no two are alikeOriginal 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