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Lot 196: Japanese Tanegashima Matchlock Rifle

Japanese Tanegashima Matchlock Arquebus

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: September 8, 2017

Lot 196: Japanese Tanegashima Matchlock Rifle

Japanese Tanegashima Matchlock Arquebus

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: September 8, 2017

Estimated Price: $1,500 - $2,750
Price Realized:
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Japanese Tanegashima Matchlock Arquebus

Manufacturer: Japanese
Model: Matchlock
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 54
Barrel: 38 1/2 inch octagon
Finish: blue
Grip:
Stock: hardwood
Item Views: 1846
Item Interest: Average
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 81
Class: Antique
Description:

Measuring 52 1/2 inches overall, with a set of fixed sights on the swamped barrel, featuring brass inlays of a ho-oh bird, an untranslated two-figure marking, and a brass and copper inlaid clan mon. The stock is also decoratively inlaid, with a recurring cherry blossom design and other mixed floral designs, as well as a turtle on top of the wrist, and a small ring ahead of the trigger guard which currently holds a small white and green tassel.

Rating Definition:

Very good, showing some rusting and spotting, as well as some mild handling marks overall. The stock is also very good, with some mild chipping as well. Mechanically needs work.



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