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Lot 258: William Shaw Flintlock Blunderbuss with Snap Bayonet

Fine William Shaw Flintlock Blunderbuss with Snap Bayonet

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: May 19, 2023

Lot 258: William Shaw Flintlock Blunderbuss with Snap Bayonet

Fine William Shaw Flintlock Blunderbuss with Snap Bayonet

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: May 19, 2023

Estimated Price: $3,500 - $5,500
Price Realized:
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Fine William Shaw Flintlock Blunderbuss with Snap Bayonet

Manufacturer: British
Model: Blunderbuss
Type: Shotgun
Gauge: 8
Barrel: 14 3/4 inch round
Finish: brown/casehardened
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 1106
Item Interest: Average
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 241
Class: Antique
Description:

This blunderbuss from c. 1813-1825 has an approximately 8 bore barrel that flares to 1 1/2 inches at the muzzle. The barrel is fitted with a folding bayonet and is marked with "MANCHESTER" on top and Birmingham proofs. The lock is marked "WM SHAW" and has light floral engraving, a stepped tail, sliding safety, and frizzen spring roller. The furniture is brass with floral engraving, including a pineapple finial on the trigger guard.

Rating Definition:

Fine with dark brown patina on the iron, mild pitting, attractive aged patina on the brass furniture, and mild overall wear. The stock is very fine and has crisp checkering, mild dings and scratches, a few minor flakes, and some thin cracks at the breech on the left. The bayonet does not automatically latch when released, but the gun is otherwise mechanically fine.



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