The Brown Bess Flintlock Musket came in 3 sizes - Long Land pattern 1720 - 1760, Short land 1760 - 1790 and India Pattern 1790 - 1815. The barrel lengths were 46" 42" and 39" respectively.

The flintlock pictured here is a typical British "Brown Bess" musket. Marks on the gun indicate that it was used by German mercenaries during the American Revolution. 1637 - First use of firearms ...

The flintlock ignition system reigned for two centuries, with virtually no alteration. The flintlock pictured here is a typical British "Brown Bess" musket. Marks on the gun indicate that it was used ...

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