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“TOWER 1851” marked on the lock. The barrel is marked with London proofs. The left stock flat is marked “JW.” The bore is flared right at the muzzle but measured around 14 gauge for the bore. An iron swivel mount is fitted around midway along the forend, and the right side of the butt has a “BARNETT/GUNMAKERS/LONDON” cartouche. These guns could be more readily moved around a ship’s deck than an actual cannon but still provided some heavy firepower for repelling borders. They could also be used for signaling. You do not find percussion era examples very often. This impressive piece of 19th century firepower comes with a display stand to help it make a statement in your gun room. CONDITION: Fine with dark brown patina on the iron, aged patina on the brass, a replacement hammer screw, and generally mild overall wear. The stock is very good and has some cracks and repairs in the forend and moderate scrapes and dings. The lock gets stuck in the half-cock notch. Estimate: 5,500 - 7,500
LOT 356 Fine and Massive Barnett Percussion Swivel Gun - NSN, 14 gauge, 25 3/4 inch round bbl., bright finish, walnut stock. This mid-19th century swivel gun has “BARNETT/LONDON” marked on the lock. The barrel is marked with London proofs. The left stock flat is marked “JW.” The bore is flared right at the muzzle but measured around 14 gauge for the bore. An iron swivel mount is fitted around midway along the forend, and the right side of the butt has a “BARNETT/GUNMAKERS/LONDON” cartouche. These guns could be more readily moved around a ship’s deck than an actual cannon but still provided some heavy firepower for repelling borders. They could also be used for signaling. You do not find percussion era examples very often. This impressive piece of 19th century firepower comes with a display stand to help it make a statement in your gun room. CONDITION: Fine with dark patina on the barrel, hammer, and swivel along with some mild oxidation and pitting; silver-gray patina on the lock, aged patina on the brass furniture, and general mild overall wear. The stock is also fine and has some scrapes and dings, and crisp markings. Mechanically fine. Estimate: 5,000 - 7,000
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Massive and Rare 1851 Dated British Percussion Swivel Gun - NSN, 14 gauge, 25 7/8 inch round bbl., bright finish, walnut stock. This later period swivel gun has the Victorian cipher and