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Lot 3122:Williams Brass Barreled Flintlock Blunderbuss with Bayonet

September 9th, 2018|Rock Island, IL
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Lot 3122:Williams Brass Barreled Flintlock Blunderbuss with Bayonet

September 9th, 2018|Rock Island, IL
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Engraved Williams British Brass Barreled Flintlock Blunderbuss with Snap Bayonet

Blunderbusses are widely recognized for their use by and against boarding parties in naval combat, especially by the British Navy and pirates. This has made them highly desirable collectibles. Those with brass barrels were especially suited for the high seas since they are more resistant to salt water corrosion. They were also used on land for defending coaches against highwaymen. Their flared muzzles acted as a funnel and made reloading much easier while bumping along in a coach or on the rolling seas. It has "London" and a pair of "crown/cross scepter" (no letters) proofs on the barrel at the breech, "Williams" on the lock, a 10 3/4 inch bladed folding "snap bayonet," checkered wrist, and brass furniture with light engraving.

ConditionVery good with attractive aged patina on the brass, mild pitting on the iron which has gray and brown patina, lightly sanded, refinished stock, and minor marks and scratches. Mechanically fine.
Details
ManufacturerBritish
ModelBlunderbuss
TypeMusket
ClassAntique
Caliber / Gauge60
Barrel14 1/2 inch part octagon
Finishbright
Stockwalnut

Item LocationRock Island, IL
Views1724
Catalog page53
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