Original British East India Company Model E Percussion Musket with British Proof Marks c. 1843 U.S. Marines USMC These blades were seldom used

These blades were seldom used in combat

and one of the hanger loops has broken off from the ferrule

The weapon is heavy and difficult to aim when firing without support

Plates such as this were for use on military vehicles

especially on the top of the barrel

Original British East India Company Model E Percussion Musket with British Proof Marks c. 1843 U.S. Marines USMC These blades were seldom usedOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is an incredible original example of an East India Company made Model "E" Musket, in . 75 bore and with 39" standard length barrel. This model differs from the Model "F" only in the style of bayonet catch, as the "Hanovarian" catch proved problematic. This example, unlike many we see, was not made overseas, but instead was definitely manufactured in Britain. The shape of the lion, as well as the quality of the