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Lot #2453
Lot #2455

Lot 2454: Two Brass Barreled Flintlock Blunderbusses

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: February 22, 2025

Lot 2454: Two Brass Barreled Flintlock Blunderbusses

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: February 22, 2025

Estimated Price: $2,000 - $4,000
Price Realized:
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A) Highly Ornate Engraved and Carved Blunderbuss

Manufacturer: Unknown
Model: Blunderbuss
Type: Shotgun
Gauge: 16
Barrel: 16 3/8 inch round
Finish: bright
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 569
Item Interest: Active
Serial Number:
Class: Antique
Bore Condition: The bore is dark.
Description:

Likely embellished in the Ottoman Empire in the 19th century. Approximately 16 gauge barrel that flares to 1 1/4 inches at the muzzle.

Rating Definition:

Good with aged patina on the brass, dark gray and brown patina on the iron, and moderate overall wear. Mechanically fine.



B) English Blunderbuss

Manufacturer: English
Model: Blunderbuss
Type: Shotgun
Gauge: 14
Barrel: 15 1/2 inch round
Finish: bright
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 569
Serial Number:
Class: Antique
Bore Condition: The bore is dark.
Description:

There are no visible maker's marks, but this style dates to the early 19th century in the U.K., and it has a pair of Tower cross scepter private proof marks of the style used up to c. 1810. Barrel is approximately 14 bore and flares to over 1 1/8 inches at the muzzle.

Rating Definition:

Good with aged patina, verdigris, worn lock markings, and moderate overall wear. Mechanically fine.



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