I purchased this Hawken style 50 cal muzzleloader from Cabelas approx 15 yrs ago and it is stamped made in Italy. There is surface rust (exterior and bore) but I am confident that a majority can be removed with a wire brush and a little time. Rifle has been fired approx 40-50 times and is 100% functional with no missing or damaged parts. While this is a well built (and heavy) muzzleloader, it may not shoot MOA or be of collector quality, it is fun to shoot and all that is needed on your end is some powder (all others items required are included); $130 (STYD).