Blunderbuss by Moore, Brass Barrel Coaching Gun
Original Flintlock Configuration, 1 3/8-inch Bore
Date/Period: 1780-1820

Measurement: Overall length: 30"; barrel length: 14.5"

Material: Walnut stock, brass barrel

Condition: Mechanically fine, stock and barrel cleaned

Additional Information: The two-stage pinned brass barrel…octagonal to round
continuing to the flared cannon muzzle with raised ring moldings displays no proofs or
other marks; barrel tang displays a smooth plumb brown color. The lock is engraved
MOORE under the pan. Both Stockel and Blackmore publish pages of gunmakers
named Moore.

All lightly engraved iron furniture; buttplate and trigger guard with long tang and
pineapple finial are engraved as is the rear entry pipe; lockplate screw is engraved and
set within escutcheon; button ramrod appears to be original. The full walnut stock in
smooth dark surface features a carved/raised cheekpiece and checkered wrist.

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