M1816

[guad42]

I recently came into an 1816 Springfield (Pedersoli Repro) in flint, having desired one for some time. I must say that it is an impressive reproduction, and it seems as though they have put the correct brass sight on the weapon too.

Has anyone any experience with the Pedersoli 1816s, any issues, problems, would like hear anyone's feedback.

Regards,

S Dolan

[Arkaos]

Re: M1816

Except for the usual temperamental nature of the beast (hang fires, flash in the pan and no spark), on mine I have had issues with the hammer stall catching on the flint and dumping my pan. I have tried several different hammer stalls and it is always the same thing. I am not sure if it is an issue of the hammer stall, the frizen or the hammer. Other than that, they are a lot of fun and I enjoy firing it.

Steve Black

[Ross L. Lamoreaux]

Re: M1816

That model is one we use alot for 2nd Seminole War down here in Florida, and the most talked about problem is having to reharden the frizzen and usually some mainspring issues. As with every product, some people have had issues and others had them working fine right out of the box.

[guad42]

Re: M1816

Gentlemen,

I appreciate your advise here. I am very excited about this musket.

-S. Dolan

[Curt Schmidt]

Re: M1816

Hallo!

Spoiler Alert!
Reading further may counter euphoria and rain somewhat on the parade. ;) :)

The Pedersoli reproduction is a well made piece, but as with the Italian reproductions it can suffer from the randomness of Italian "quality control" issues. As well as the bulkiness and beefed up components.
It appears that Pedersoli did not use an original M1822, but rather cleverly marketed by modifying their "Charleville" musket to be an "M1816." (for example, the band locations are off, particularly for the middle band). As is the 1816 dated lockplate.

Not picking on it, or picking it apart, just that for the money in the era of the falling U.S. Dollar and the rising Euro, one can sometimes find an unrestored or even restored original conversion for the same or less money (unaltered flintlocks are rarer and more costlier, although the last one I bought I paid $700 for).

As a result, or its problems and price, IMHO, it would not rate as an "impressive reproduction."

Others' knowledge of the M1822, and mileage will vary...

Curt
Who had the Pedersoli flint and the percussion alteration versions Mess

[guad42]

Re: M1816

Curt,

Your warnings greatly appreciated. Thus far I am happy with the piece. In addition to the correct brass sight (something I think they have only recently begun doing), they have also gone with a very nice oiled stock finish, rather than the heavy laquer or shiny stocks found on other reproductions. I will have to more closely examine some original examples to see what other defarbing this piece may require.

-S Dolan

[LibertyHallVols]

Re: M1816

I'll echo Curt's comments. The musket is quite expensive as reproductions go and does not accurately reproduce the original. I had one and sold it because the inaccuracies bugged me and was able to pick up an original musket with bayonet for a net $0 out of pocket.

Also, a friend of mine has on and is currently having issues with the hammer only falling to half-cock (rather than striking the nipple) when the trigger is pulled.