Original U.S. Springfield Model 1822 Percussion Converted Musket by P. & E.W. Blake of New Haven with Bayonet - Dated 1828 Fusee Spring & Cover This Chilean Police Sidearm began

This Chilean Police Sidearm began life as a long bladed bayonet for the French Fusil Modèle 1874 "Gras" Rifle

and then was fitted into the shell casing

This example still features a non deactivated barrel

but definitely took a hit close to the blade side

which goes perfectly with the worn stock

Original U.S. Springfield Model 1822 Percussion Converted Musket by P. & E.W. Blake of New Haven with Bayonet - Dated 1828 Fusee Spring & Cover This Chilean Police Sidearm beganOriginal 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