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Lot 3304:Massive Matchlock Wall Gun

December 11th, 2022|Rock Island, IL
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Lot 3304:Massive Matchlock Wall Gun

December 11th, 2022|Rock Island, IL
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Scarce and Massive Northern European Matchlock Wall Gun with Fish Tail Butt

This massive wall gun dates to the early 17th century and measures 66 inches from the muzzle to the heel. The barrel has a blade front sight, "tunnel" rear sight, some bands of engraving, and a few unidentified maker's or ownership markings on the barrel. The barrel has a hook that projects through the bottom of the forend to help steady the gun on the ramparts. The lock has a "crown/GH" maker's marking and a bestial mask on the serpentine. The furniture is iron. The ramrod is fitted off to the side. The stock has the large "fishtail" butt with a thumb rest.

ConditionGood. The metal displays mostly silver-gray patina and has moderate to heavy pitting. The stock is also good and has a protective coating over moderate overall age and storage related wear. Mechanically fine.
Details
ManufacturerEuropean
ModelMatchlock
TypeRifle
ClassAntique
Caliber / Gauge1 inch
Barrel49 1/2 inch part octagon
Finishbright
Stockwalnut

Item LocationRock Island, IL
Views1088
Catalog page192
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