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Lot 453:Two Rare Late 17th Century European Ryon Signed Flintlock Blunderbusses

June 21st, 2024|Bedford, TX

Lot 453:Two Rare Late 17th Century European Ryon Signed Flintlock Blunderbusses

June 21st, 2024|Bedford, TX

Price Realized:

Estimated Price$3,250 - $5,500

A) Ryon Blunderbuss

Manufactured c. late 1600s. Both guns have a "RYON" signed lock. No information located on this maker. Both flare to approximately 1 3/8 inches at the muzzle with 12 gauge bores.

ConditionFair with pitting and wear. Stock is good with scratches, dents, cracks, insect holes and repairs. Artificially aged replacement hammer, replacement ramrod. Mechanically fine.

Details

ManufacturerEuropean

ModelBlunderbuss

TypeShotgun

ClassAntique

Caliber / Gauge12

Barrel18 3/4 inch part round

Finishbright

Stockhardwood

Bore conditionVery Dark - Heavy pitting throughout

Item LocationBedford, TX

B) Ryon Blunderbuss

Reference "A" description.

ConditionFair with pitting and wear, and the lock sits proud at the tail. Stock is good with scratches, dents, cracks, insect holes and repairs. Replacement ramrod. Mechanically fine.