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  • Lot #2295
Lot #2294
Lot #2296

Lot 2295: 1/2 Scale Model of a Civil War Era Billinghurst-Requa Volley Gun

Contemporary 1/2 Scale Model of a Civil War Era Billinghurst-Requa Volley Gun

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: June 22, 2024

Lot 2295: 1/2 Scale Model of a Civil War Era Billinghurst-Requa Volley Gun

Contemporary 1/2 Scale Model of a Civil War Era Billinghurst-Requa Volley Gun

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: June 22, 2024

Estimated Price: $5,000 - $10,000

Contemporary 1/2 Scale Model of a Civil War Era Billinghurst-Requa Volley Gun

Manufacturer: None
Model: None
Type: Other
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Item Views: 1841
Item Interest: Average
Class: Other
Description:

The eighteen smoothbore barrels measure approximately .83 caliber, and ignition is performed with a hammer using a single percussion cap at the breech end. A reloadable 18-count magazine with fixed brass chambers measuring approximately .75 caliber/12 gauge for use with powder and ball is able to be pushed in for loading at the breech end. The original full sized Billinghurst-Requa volley gun had twenty-five barrels, but this example was made with eighteen barrels to fit scale requirements and keep a common bore diameter according to the included consignor note. Videos of this exact model live firing can be found online at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=07AXUZy9HmE and at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SZRLwWcRNNA.

Rating Definition:

Fine overall with original finish and some light handling marks. Mechanically fine.



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