Original 19th Century U.S. Powder Tester by James Haslett of Baltimore c.1812 Availability_International Features shaking hands beneath an

Features shaking hands beneath an eagle and swas

profusely engraved

it has many Japanese Kanji Characters and Navy Anchors stamped on the data plate

with an original paint deep blue finish

Original 19th Century U.S. Powder Tester by James Haslett of Baltimore c.1812 Availability_International Features shaking hands beneath anOriginal Item: Only One Available. James Haslett, a born Irishman, arrived in the United States in 1799 to work for Robert McCormick, a Gun Maker in Baltimore. McCormick's business failed despite his contract with the State of Virginia to supply Flintlock Muskets in 1806. By 1810 James Haslett had taken over the contract with the State of Virginia. In 1812 he enrolled in the U. S. Army as a Major for the upcoming War with Great Britain. He remained in