Original British East India Company Model E Percussion Musket with British Proof Marks c. 1843 U.S. Marines USMC especially on the top of

especially on the top of the barrel

Initially they were known as "Peelers" but the term "Bobby" being short for Robert was soon part of the language

Robert Anderson

Plates such as this were for use on military vehicles

Original British East India Company Model E Percussion Musket with British Proof Marks c. 1843 U.S. Marines USMC especially on the top ofOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is an incredible original example of an East India Company made Model "E" Musket, in . 75 bore and with 39" standard length barrel. This model differs from the Model "F" only in the style of bayonet catch, as the "Hanovarian" catch proved problematic. This example, unlike many we see, was not made overseas, but instead was definitely manufactured in Britain. The shape of the lion, as well as the quality of the