Medals & Coins, Arms & Armour - 28th November 2024

Lot 302

Ryan & Watson: an English flintlock blunderbuss of approximately 14 bore, two-stage brass barrel

Estimate £500 - £700 | Hammer £1134

Inc. Buyers Premium

Description

Ryan & Watson: an English flintlock blunderbuss of approximately 14 bore, two-stage brass barrel 14 in. with belled muzzle, Ordnance private proof marks, border engraved lock plate with stepped tail and engraved 'Ryan & Watson'*, swan-necked cock, roller bearing frizzen spring, walnut stock with engraved brass furniture and chequered wrist, trigger guard with pineapple finial, rear side nail cup with oval extension. Section 58(2) - no licence required if possessed as a curiosity or ornament.



(76.5cm OAL)

The George Geear Collection



* Makers in Birmingham 1799-1820. Ref. Blackmore.