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LOT 3261 Massive Dutch Flintlock Rampart/Wall Gun - NSN, 1 inch cal., 62 3/4 inch part octagon bbl., bright finish, hardwood stock. These massive long guns filled roles in between muskets and artillery and could fire a massive large ball at long range or loose shot for closer engagements. This example has a large iron spur
on the bottom of the barrel which would catch against the wall or rampart to absorb some of the recoil. Heavy guns like this were used primarily in the 16th, 17th, and 18th centuries to defend fortified positions. The barrel has blade front sight, notch rear sight, some wavy line accents, a heart shaped “AM” maker’s mark, and octagon to round profile. The large lock plate has no visible markings and is secured by two cross screws. The massive stock has a paddle shaped butt. CONDITION: Very good with gray patina, mild pitting, and generally mostly age and storage related wear. The stock is good and has extensive insect damage on the butt as is common to many of these early European guns along with some chips and minor cracks. Mechanically fine. This is definitely an impressive piece to add serious firepower to your antique gun collection! Estimate: 3,500 - 5,500
LOT 3262 Gibbons Brass Barrel Flintlock Blunderbuss - NSN, 8 gauge, 17 1/4 inch flared bbl., brass/ bright finish, walnut stock. Manufactured c. early 1800s. The three stage barrel flares to approximately 1 1/4 inches at the muzzle (bore estimated above). The breech end of the barrel on the left side has London proof and view marks flanking an unclear maker’s mark. The lock is signed “GIBBONS”, has a roller on the frizzen spring, and a stepped tail. The furniture is brass and includes a pineapple finial, and floral engravings. The full-length stock has a checkered wrist. Ramrod absent. CONDITION: Very good with attractive aged patina on brass, dark brown patina on the lightly pitted lock, general mild wear throughout. Stock is also very good with minor chips, flakes, and repairs; the checkering on the wrist is crisp and defined. Mechanically needs work (lock not holding at full cock). Estimate: 1,800 - 2,750
LOT 3264 Scarce Wogdon Flintlock Coach Carbine - NSN, 16 gauge, 15 1/2 inch round bbl., bright finish, walnut stock. This carbine from c. 1770 has a smoothbore barrel with Tower proofs flanking Robert Wogdon’s “RW” maker’s mark on the left. The lock is signed “Wogdon” and has a sliding safety mechanism at the center. The furniture is brass and is fairly martial in styling. Robert Wogdon is most famous for his dueling pistols, and long guns from his shop are scarce. CONDITION: Good with gray patina and mild pitting on the lock and barrel, aged patina on the brass furniture, and mild refinished stock is also good has some repairs by the lock and mechanism is incomplete, and the cock will release from half- cock; otherwise, the lock is functions fine. Estimate: 1,800 - 2,750
LOT 3263
Attractive and Desirable Victorian Era Seaforth Highlanders 1828 Highland
Pattern Officer’s Basket Hilted
Broadsword - Manufactured c. 1880s,
during the height of the Victorian era and
the power of the British Empire. This
sword is etched for an officer of the
Seaforth Highlanders, which were formed
in 1881 by combining the 72nd (Duke of Albany’s Own Highlanders) Regiment of Foot and the
78th (Highlanders) (Ross-shire Buffs) Regiment of Foot. It was manufactured by S.J. Pillin of London, identified by the proved slug on the right ricasso. The double edged blade measures 32 1/2 inches long and 1 3/16 inches wide at the ricassos. The spine is deeply stamped “100115”. The blade is extensively etched on both sides, the right having the name and motto of the regiment, battles they participated in, and a “VR” cypher, while the left has floral patterns, a further “VR” cypher, and the royal coat of arms. The guard is of the typical “advanced” 1828 Highland Pattern pierced with mostly hearts and the pommel is a fluted dome. The grip is wire wrapped shagreen.
CONDITION: Fine, showing mostly a grey patina on the iron with some scattered light pitting throughout and most of the etching legible. The grip has some mild wear and slightly loose wire wrap. A very attractive sword with Scottish highland martial history!
Estimate: 1,800 - 2,750
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overall wear. The moderate dings and scratches. The safety
LOT 3265 Blanch Brass Barrel “Blunderbuss” Flintlock Pistol with Snap Bayonet - NSN, 50 cal., 8 1/4 inch part octagon bbl., brass finish, walnut stock. This late 18th or early 19th century pistol is signed “BLANCH” on the lock and “LONDON” on the barrel and has a smoothbore barrel that flares at the muzzle like a blunderbuss and is fitted with a folding “snap bayonet”. The lock has a roller on the frizzen, a stepped tail, light engraving, and a half- cock safety. The trigger guard has a pineapple finial and floral engraving. The stock is plain and has a bag shaped wrist. CONDITION: Fine with attractive aged patina on the brass barrel and furniture, mostly silver gray patina on the lock and bayonet, and minor overall wear. The stock is very fine and has light scratches and dings and smooth oiled finish. Both the lock and the reattached/re-soldered bayonet mechanism are mechanically excellent. Estimate: 2,000 - 3,000