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Lot 221
Imposing English Flintlock Rampart Gun
Lot Details & Additional Photographs
Late 17th -18th century, 36.5 in. three-stage octagonal-to-round barrel with large 1 in. smooth bore, walnut stock, iron furniture, the lockplate engraved N. HAYDOCK, no visible proof or arsenal marks, retains iron-tipped wooden ramrod, brass plates affixed to stock's underside. Mounted to a swivel pin set into a modern wooden block with signage reading "Rail Gun, London, 1680."

LOA 50.5 in.

From the Collection of Tony & Linda Bakker, Charleston, SC

Working action; overall light pitting to metal; stock with deep age patina, some minor hairlines and expected wear.

$600 - 1,200