Mytton Antiques - Jerrard Nares has dated this piece to the 1750s.
The barrel topped with a spring release triangular and concave sided bayonet. The steel flint lock mechanism engraved 'H NOCK' for Henry Nock, 1741 - 1804. The underside with a ramrod held within ringed brass pipes, the trigger guard with floral engraving, finished to the end with a flower head finial. The walnut stock with a hatched hand hold, and brass butt plate.
Date c 1780.
Height 7 1/2 inches, length 30 inches, depth 2 1/2 inches.
Mytton Antiques - Jerrard Nares has dated this piece to the 1750s.
Fine antiques from the 18th century onwards, supplying both trade and private customers worldwide.
You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Mytton Antiques - Jerrard Nares Profile Page
18th C Blunderbuss by Henry Nock
