Antique Brown Bess Muskets

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A Brief History Of The Brown Bess:

The British Army was, in the early 18th century, a relatively new body, having started life some 37 years prior after the Restoration of 1685. The need for standardisation, and to replace the now somewhat ageing standard issue doglock musket, led to the adoption of the Long Land Pattern, swiftly nicknamed the Brown Bess, in 1722. It would, over the years, undergo changes and new patterns, but remain at its core, the same weapon until it was finally retired by the Royal Navy in 1854.

After leaving service, the Brown Bess was either converted to percussion, sold off to countless nations and armies throughout the world, or used as a sporting gun. A service life of 132 years makes it the longest serving weapon of the British Army, and most likely, the longest serving long arm of all time.

Here at Henry Krank, we have a collection of fine Antique Brown Bess Muskets for sale - perfect for collectors and enthusiasts of military history!