Clocks, Watches & Scientific Instruments
Description:
Afghan Flintlock Blunderbuss, c. 19th/20th century, walnut stock with steel buttplate, brass triggerguard and fittings, ornate engraving on the barrel, and East India Company lock with lion, barrel lg. 18 1/2, overall lg. 32 1/2 in.
Estimate $300-600
Stock has a crack on the butt, all parts have some light rust or patina.
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