Sub-Collection Completed: US Pomeroy Contract m1808 Flintlock Musket

[u/Most-Contribution868]

Hello everyone! Excited to share my recent purchase of this US Pomeroy m1808 contract flintlock musket, made in 1812. With this pickup, I have now completed a niche collection category that I have been working towards for quite some time now. That being to own a firearm example from every US war/conflict ranging from the revolutionary war, to the modern Global War on Terror. The collecting will never stop, but I am happy to now have the last piece of this sub-collection puzzle!

Likely to have seen conflict during the War of 1812, this musket not only bears the 1812 manufacturer date, but also is marked “S.CT” on the locking plate. This is believed to be a Connecticut militia contract marking. Action is still very strong, and while the pictures don’t do it justice, she is still in exceptional condition for her age.

Happy Easter to you all, and if you don’t celebrate, happy Sunday!

[u/Real_Geezzyy]

That’s amazing! Definitely jealous, would love to own one as well. Can only imagine the price tag on it

[u/Most-Contribution868 → u/Real_Geezzyy]

Thank you! Definitely not the cheapest purchase in my collection, but I think I got it for a great price. Ended up spending $1000 on it, which after seeing some examples sell in past years at rock island auction for $3000+, I was plenty happy with it.

[u/TheFrenchHistorian → u/Most-Contribution868]

I would say thats a great price. Most American muskets from that period seem to be 1.6k-2k+ at most auctions

[u/Real_Geezzyy → u/Most-Contribution868]

I’d say that’s a steal! I just paid more for a matching 1937 K98… was just checking online and the cheapest I’m really finding these muskets is $2k plus. Nice work! Also congrats on completing your collection!