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Lot 252:Clarke Marked Brass Barreled Flintlock Blunderbuss

May 14th, 2021|Rock Island, IL

Lot 252:Clarke Marked Brass Barreled Flintlock Blunderbuss

May 14th, 2021|Rock Island, IL

Price Realized:

Estimated Price$2,000 - $3,500

Clarke Marked Brass Barreled Flintlock Blunderbuss

Likely manufactured by Clarke of Dublin. Blunderbusses were popular as coach guns during the British colonization of Ireland. During the time, highway robbery was common as a form of resistance against the British rule. This blunderbuss was likely used in such a fashion. The lock is marked "CLARKE" ahead of the hammer. Remnants of "Clarke Dublin" barrel marking remain on the octagonal breech portion of the barrel which flares out to 1 1/2 inches at the muzzle. The gauge is approximated above. Provenance: Firearms for Freedom Collection

ConditionVery good with attractive aged patina visible on the brass, dark brown patina on the lock, some minor oxidation/pitting, and generally mild wear. The period refinished stock is also very good with dings and scratches as well as a crack on the left side of the forend and two cracks coming off the trigger guard finial. Mechanically fine.

Details

ManufacturerIrish

ModelBlunderbuss

TypeShotgun

ClassAntique

Caliber / Gauge12

Barrel14 1/2 inch part octagon

Finishbrown

Stockwalnut

Item LocationRock Island, IL

Catalog page210