A French cavalry reproduction with a distinctive extended muzzle and fittings for mounted and dismounted carrying.
Supplied in a non-firing state.
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Technical details Specifications & construction
Barrel30½ inches
Bore.69 calibre
Overall length45 inches
The unique element
of this carbine is its obviously unique profile with its long muzzle
section.
As well there is the double carrying methods of both carbine slings
(two) for dismounted duties and sling swivel bar and rings for mounted
duty.
The bar has two rings: one for carbine shoulder belt clip and one for a
small strap and buckle that secured it more for longer distance riding. The barrel length is 30 1/2 inches and the overall length is 45 inches.
It has a .69 calibre bore. If the replica doesn't have these features, it isn't a 1777 French
Cavalry Carbine.
As the images attest, this
replica is quite well researched and assembled and faithful to the original.
The
seamless tempered barrel is made of modern carbon steel (type:BS970 no.080M40)
and the breech is tight.
We use a
industrial case-hardening factory process that makes sparking both more reliable
and longer lasting.
Presently no other musket provider uses this
technique.
As with all our
other flintlocks, the vent is not drilled (read details below) so we can ship easily to your door
throughout North America and to Europe and the UK.
Aside from that they
are exactly like
the originals.
A fine addition to any collection.
The story behind the pattern
History
French 1777 Model
Flintlock Carbine or Musketoon
(MTS-021)
Introduced during the American Revolution, this carbine offered Light cavalry a
short, light, and versatile firearm for close quarter fighting - the
typical situation for Light Dragoons and Hussars.
During the said war,
the famous Lauzun's Legion of Hussars () carried this carbine at Franco-American
capture of Yorktown.
However this carbine's true fame was yet to come.
It was in the reign
of Napoleon that this firearm (AN IX version) became extensively used.
Lancers, Carbiniers a cheval, Artillery Train, and the Line Chasseurs a Cheval
all were issued with this carbine.
Even the Sapeurs of Infantry
Regiments found them ideal for their type of duties.
This carbine was
also provided to France's allies like Saxony.
It is for this
reason this carbine is a must for any Napoleonic collection.
Saxon Cavalryman with French Carbine, 1810
Carabinier a cheval in 1812.
Our Guarantee
If upon receiving your musket you are not completely happy with
your purchase, you may return it for a refund. All we ask is you cover the
shipping costs. It has to be returned in two weeks of receipt and be in its
original state (unaltered and unmodified).
Non-Firing State
We sell historically accurate muskets and pistols in a non-firing state for demonstration purposes. This allows us to comply with various local, state, national and international firearms regulations, along with shipping company policy restrictions. This means the product comes right to your doorstep. A certified gunsmith may decide to alter a musket or pistol to a firing state by drilling the vent hole and test firing it. No need to remove the breech plug. We are not legally responsible for any changes from its present state. Please read our Conditions of Use and Legal Disclaimer. The customer is expected to be aware of the laws of their locality that govern products of this nature.
