Greetings!
For a number of years I have been researching the arms and equipment used by the State of Ohio. My most recent interests is researching the Ohio Militia pre-1860. To make a long story short I am trying to sort a few things out before heading off to the archives. Normally, when you have a question, this is the best place to ask.
My question concerns the following. Has anyone ever seen an Ohio mark (stamped) on one of the following arms or equipment?
Model 1803 Harpers Ferry Half stock rifle
Hall/North Carbine
Model 1817 Common Rifle - particularly Deringer
Model 1822/28 Harpers Ferry or Springfield (original non-converted "Flintlock Musket") with locks dated between1820 to about 1840
Cavalry Sabres dated prior to 1850. I'm not familiar with types used from 1820-1850.
Cavalry Pistols dated prior to 1850 (this is how they are listed in the records)
I'm interested to know if the Ohio mark is found stamped on the barrel (musket, rifle, or pistol) or if the stamp is found on the stock. If you are willing to share details, knowledge, or insight on the items found above I would be very grateful.
I already have a lot of information on the arms used by the state during the Civil War. Just looking to see what information I can gather about the arms used prior to the Civil War. I have an idea what had transpired in Ohio from 1819-1852, I'm hopeful that someone on here can provide a little more insight before I head off to the archives.
Thanks,
For a number of years I have been researching the arms and equipment used by the State of Ohio. My most recent interests is researching the Ohio Militia pre-1860. To make a long story short I am trying to sort a few things out before heading off to the archives. Normally, when you have a question, this is the best place to ask.
My question concerns the following. Has anyone ever seen an Ohio mark (stamped) on one of the following arms or equipment?
Model 1803 Harpers Ferry Half stock rifle
Hall/North Carbine
Model 1817 Common Rifle - particularly Deringer
Model 1822/28 Harpers Ferry or Springfield (original non-converted "Flintlock Musket") with locks dated between1820 to about 1840
Cavalry Sabres dated prior to 1850. I'm not familiar with types used from 1820-1850.
Cavalry Pistols dated prior to 1850 (this is how they are listed in the records)
I'm interested to know if the Ohio mark is found stamped on the barrel (musket, rifle, or pistol) or if the stamp is found on the stock. If you are willing to share details, knowledge, or insight on the items found above I would be very grateful.
I already have a lot of information on the arms used by the state during the Civil War. Just looking to see what information I can gather about the arms used prior to the Civil War. I have an idea what had transpired in Ohio from 1819-1852, I'm hopeful that someone on here can provide a little more insight before I head off to the archives.
Thanks,
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