Manufacturer: Trulock & Sons
Model: Blunderbuss
Type: Shotgun
Gauge: 1 inch
Barrel: 16 1/2 inch part octagon
Finish: brown/ bright
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 1387
Serial Number: Catalog Page: 196
Class: Antique
Description:This is an example of flintlock blunderbuss made with a fine twist pattern on the barrel, wide flared muzzle and "KD 1009 DUBLIN" on the top flat. The lock plate is marked "TRULOCK/ & SON." beneath the fenced flash pan, with "DUBLIN/ CASTLE/ 1797" vertically behind the hammer. Smooth straight wrist stock, with a horn tipped ramrod, brass trigger guard and a smooth buttplate marked "KD 1009" on the heel.
Rating Definition:Fine. The barrel shows 60% of the attractive brown color, with strong Damascus pattern and some minor pitting around the flash pan. The lock is a dark mixed brown patina, with mild pitting. Ramrod has been split and repaired. Stock is very good, with mild pressure dents and scratches. Mechanically fine.