The Model 1777 infantry musket was used by French troops and some earlier examples were also sent to North America to assist the Continental Army during the Revolutionary War with continued use through the Napoleonic Wars. Features a trumpet head ramrod, bottom mounted bayonet lug towards the muzzle, brass blade front sight on the rear strap of the front barrel band correctly secured by a screw on its lower right, "crown/R" over an "M" and "68" marked on the upper left barrel flat at the breech, detachable brass flashpan on the lock, "91" date of manufacture above "St Etienne" marked at the center of the lock, "L/1791" faintly marked on the right of the buttstock, smooth straight grip stock with a cheek recess cutout on the left of the buttstock, three barrel bands, finger grooves on the rear trigger guard tang, and a smooth buttplate. Includes a socket bayonet and reproduction leather sling. Provenance: The George Moller Collection

Good with scattered moderate pitting mixed with dark patina, and sharp markings on the lock and barrel. Stock is also good with scattered scratches, numerous scuffs on the left of the buttstock, some scattered pin sized termite holes, and some light chips at the toe. Mechanically excellent. Included bayonet is also good with scattered moderate pitting.