April 9th & 10th Premier Firearms Sale (MFIRE)
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 4/9/2016
There is no serial number visible. Black Powder. The blunderbuss barrel bears two English proof marks but there is no maker. The lock plate was stamped at one time but is no longer eligible. This is an early 18th century flint lock, the barrel and lock are basically a nice brown patina. Features a solid under rib, with a brass tip rod. This weapon has a single iron thimble with a brass stock retaining thimble, brass trigger guard and butt plate. Trigger guard has been repaired and has two replaced screws. Brass butt plate is slightly oversized and should be refitted to stock and is stamped with the letter âFâ on the upper tang. The walnut stock is very good and features a checkered wrist. Does have some chipping near tang and lock. The sword has an extreme radical curve, blade measures approx. 33â. No makers stamp, has a decorative brass hand guard. It has a bone handle, no scabbard. It has a Middle Eastern appearance. In excellent condition. An interesting early lot of two weapons.
Item Dimensions: 37" L.