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Lot #312

Lot 311: Wilson & Co. Back Action Percussion Blunderbuss with Bayonet

Rare Engraved Wilson & Co. Back Action Percussion Blunderbuss with Folding Snap Bayonet

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: May 17, 2024

Lot 311: Wilson & Co. Back Action Percussion Blunderbuss with Bayonet

Rare Engraved Wilson & Co. Back Action Percussion Blunderbuss with Folding Snap Bayonet

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: May 17, 2024

Estimated Price: $2,250 - $3,500
Price Realized:
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Rare Engraved Wilson & Co. Back Action Percussion Blunderbuss with Folding Snap Bayonet

Manufacturer: British
Model: Blunderbuss
Type: Shotgun
Gauge: 14
Barrel: 14 inch part octagon
Finish: bright/casehardened
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 1507
Item Interest: Active
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 273
Class: Antique
Description:

Percussion era blunderbusses are rarer than their flintlock predecessors. The approximately 14 bore blunderbuss has a two-stage brass barrel that flares out to a 1.3 inch bore diameter at the muzzle, scroll engraving and "Liverpool" on top, and a folding bayonet. The back action lock is marked "WILSON & CO" and has scroll engraving. The brass furniture also features scroll engraving, and the stock has a checkered wrist.

Rating Definition:

Very good with attractive aged patina on the brass, gray and brown patina on the iron, repaired hammer, weak bayonet spring, and general mild wear. The period refinished stock is very good and has distinct checkering and minor scratches and dings. Mechanically fine.



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