Make: Contemporary, marked Maubeuge

Model: French Fowler

Serial#: NVSN

Year of Manufacture: Ca. 1970s-1980s

Caliber: 20 Gauge (.62 Caliber Smoothbore)

Action Type: Flintlock Muzzleloader

Markings: The lock plate is marked "MAUBEUGE".

Barrel Length: 42” Octagon-to-Round with "Wedding Band" feature at the transition of the profile.

Sights / Optics: The musket features a dovetailed blade front sight.

Stock Configuration & Condition: The stock is a beautifully executed custom-made walnut piece with brass mountings and fine beavertail tang carving. The wrist is an elegant curved cylindrical style with a "roman nose" comb. The top of the wrist has an inlaid thumbpiece. The stock shows minimal handling marks and is in Excellent overall condition.

Type of Finish: Bright barrel with Brass Mountings

Finish Originality: Original

Bore Condition: The bore is bright overall, with spotty, scattered corrosion present throughout. The bore rates 8/10.

Overall Condition: This reproduction musket retains its original bright finish with some minor, scattered spots of oxidation visible on the barrel’s exterior. The brass components exhibit minimal handling wear, maintaining a bright appearance. Screwheads remain sharp, and markings are clear. Overall, the musket rates in Fine to Excellent condition.

Mechanics: The flintlock action functions correctly with proper hammer tension and frizzen spring engagement. It throws a nice spark. We did not fire this musket. As with all previously owned firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance standards.

Box, Paperwork & Accessories: The Ramrod is installed.

Our Assessment: This beautifully crafted contemporary French Maubeuge flintlock fowler musket is chambered in 20 gauge (.62 caliber) and reflects the high-quality workmanship and attention to historical accuracy typical of premium custom muzzleloaders. The 42" octagon-to-round barrel with "wedding band" feature and elegantly styled walnut stock provide the musket with classic 18th-century French appearance. Brass furniture adds authenticity, while the engraved "MAUBEUGE" lock further enhances its appeal to historical reenactors, collectors, and muzzleloading enthusiasts. Despite minor scattered corrosion in the bore and minimal external oxidation, this musket remains in excellent overall condition and is ideal for collectors or shooters seeking an attractive, functional piece for historical demonstrations or muzzleloading events.