How Accurate Are Pedersoli M1816 Barrel Bands?

[maillemaker]

I understand that the Pedersoli 1816 Musket is a derivation/copy of their M1777 Charleville, no doubt done to reduce tooling costs.

I am wondering how accurate a reproduction the barrel bands are on their 1816. If one were to get a correct Dunlap 1816 stock, would the Pedersoli 1816 barrel bands work?

In short, how close are Pedersoli 1816 barrel bands to originals?

Thanks,
Steve

[Enfield]

Re: How accurate are Pedersoli M1816 barrel bands?

This is an old thread, but ...
As to your question, my answer would be - I doubt it.
While close to the shape, the Pedersoli M1816 bands are considerably beefier/thicker than originals, like the rest of the furniture pieces. Just like the barrel is 1/2-in too short and the bayonet lug is in the wrong place for an original bayonet.

[maillemaker]

Re: How accurate are Pedersoli M1816 barrel bands?

Good to know thanks.

Steve