Percussion musket

Manufacturer James Busby

Marks or LabelsCanon : poincons Birmingham (BPC et sceptres couronné {1813 - 1904}, V et sceptres couronné {1812-1904}); mécanisme : BUSBY; crosse : TFB gravé.

Date 1822-1838

Medium / Technique Metal: steel, iron, platinium; wood: walnut

DimensionsHeight: 5.3 cm (2 1/16 in.) Barrel: 72.6 cm (28 9/16 in.) Width: 19 cm (7 1/2 in.) Length: 115 cm (45 1/4 in.) Weight: 3.2 kg (7.1 lb.)

ClassificationTools & Equipment for Science & Technology - Armaments - Firearms

Origin Birmingham , England, Europe

Object Number1974.24.455

DivisionMaterial Culture - Military Objects and Weapons

CollectionStewart

CreditGift of Canadian Industries Limited (CIL)

Status

Not on view

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