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Lot 1338:"Wolf Killer" Flintlock Blunderbuss

December 10th, 2022|Rock Island, IL
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Lot 1338:"Wolf Killer" Flintlock Blunderbuss

December 10th, 2022|Rock Island, IL
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Attractive Engraved and Relief Carved Italian "Wolf Killer" Flintlock Blunderbuss with Elliptical Muzzle and Folding Stock

These mid-18th century blunderbusses with folding stocks, belt hooks, and elliptical muzzles were reportedly nicknamed "wolf killers" by the Sicilians and others in Italy. The muzzle measures 1.36 by 1.8 inches. The bore is estimated. The barrel has decorative bands, inlaid brass panels with scroll engraving, and additional engraving on top of the breech and tang. The lock also has similar inlaid panels and engraving. The brass furniture also has scroll engraving, raised relief silver busts, and floral accents, and an iron belt hook is fitted on the left. The well figured stock has very attractive relief carved floral and scroll patterns, and the button on top of the wrist allows the stock to fold.

ConditionFine with silver-gray patina on the iron, minor pitting, aged patina on the brass and silver, worn bust details but mostly crisp designs otherwise, and mild overall wear. The stock is also fine and has crisp carving, some cracks and repairs mainly at the ramrod entry-point, minor chips, and general mild overall wear. Mechanically fine.
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ManufacturerItalian
ModelFlintlock
TypeShotgun
ClassAntique
Caliber / Gauge12
Barrel20 1/8 inch part octagon
Finishbright
Stockwalnut

Item LocationRock Island, IL
Views1960
Catalog page274
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