Question on, R.A. UDAIPUR, Indian made 1842 Springfield .69 musket.

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Gentlemen,

I took apart my 1842 Springfield that I purchased recently. Under the barrel it says, R.A. UDAIPUR. s/319, 23.5.02. Does anyone know how to decode this? I have figured out R.A. UDAIPUR is the manufacturer, but can't find any real info about them on the net. I'm guessing the build date is May 23, 2002. Would appreciate any info. Being an Indian made weapon, is this one of the better brands? Are they still around?

The person I bought it from said it had been proofed to shot, but I don't know how to verify that, other than having my gunsmith look at it. I bought it to do living history impressions mainly, but wouldn't mind testing the accuracy of a few lead balls at a target.

Additionally, this musket has no markings on the lock plate that say Springfield or anything like that anywhere visible, and the bands, butt plate and trigger guard are in brass, like a Palmetto. Not that any of that makes a difference, just that it's different than the other Indian 1842's I've seen.

Thanks,
Randy

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