One of approximately 4,500 reported to have been delivered by William and John J. Henry circa 1809-1812 under a 10,000 gun U.S. Government contract, based on the Harpers Ferry Armory pattern Model 1795 muskets. "Eagle/US" marked at the center of the lock and "W. HENRY/NAZH" (last two letters obliterated) marked vertically in an arch behind the hammer. "Eagle head/CT" proof on the left of the breech as typically seen on these 1808 contract muskets. "V/JS" inspection cartouche of Jacob Shough marked on the left stock flat. 3 inches back from the muzzle the remaining length of the bore is a smaller diameter than the standard .69 caliber. "GDM" (George D. Moller) collection initials marked at the toe of the stock. Includes a socket bayonet and reproduction leather sling. Provenance: The George Moller Collection

Good with mild flash pitting, scattered light pitting, and some dings on the rear letters of the lock. Stock is also good with scattered scratches and dents, a small crack ahead of the lock, absent sections behind the lock, and a 1 1/2 inch crack on the left of the buttplate, touch hole has been opened up extensively either in an effort to demill or make into a lamp for quite possibly a cord to run through. Mechanically functions, although hammer does not stay cocked. Included bayonet is good with scattered mild pitting.