Original U.S. Springfield Model 1822 Eli Whitney Contract Cone in Barrel Percussion Converted Musket - dated 1837 Allow PayPal & Amazon Checkout The front plate is affixed

The front plate is affixed by the late 19th century pattern nuts and bolts

The Heer decal is retained at 85%

Overall a Great example of a very interesting buckle from Pre-WWII Era Germany

retained by solid nickel rivets with dressed obverse heads

By welcoming Turtle & Pearce in the 1950s and Able Flags in 1990s

Original U.S. Springfield Model 1822 Eli Whitney Contract Cone in Barrel Percussion Converted Musket - dated 1837 Allow PayPal & Amazon Checkout The front plate is affixedOriginal 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