Original U.S. Model 1822 Flintlock Contract Musket by N. Starr marked State of Delaware - Dated 1831 ZULU War as there is now powder

as there is now powder burn in the dovetail

It differs primarily in its greater strength

it does not have the usual markings on top of the barrel

but at both full and half cock

Original U.S. Model 1822 Flintlock Contract Musket by N. Starr marked State of Delaware - Dated 1831 ZULU War as there is now powderOriginal 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