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Dutch American 3 Gauge Flintlock Brass Barrel Blunderbuss Large Colonial Ship's Gun 1730
Guns International #: 101101783 Seller's Inventory #:
Category: Antique Rifles - Blunderbuss - Antiques
Seller's Information
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Seller: Jeremiah Johnson Trading
Company: Jeremiah Johnson Trading
Member Since: 1/27/12
First Name: Greg
Last Name: Schimetschek
State: Connecticut
Zip: 06423
Country: United States
Phone: (860) 873-1092
Number of Active Listings: 4
Total Number of Listings: 217
Seller: Private Seller
Return Policy: 3 day inspection and return policy on used guns.
3 days
Payment Types Accepted: Check (personal checks take 7-10 days to clear), money order, credit card (no fee), or wire
About Us: Jeremiah Johnson Trading is one of the most experienced and trusted dealers of pre-1899 antique arms with over 40 years of collecting. We specialize in Colt, Winchester, Remington, Smith & Wesson, Parker, large-bore fowling guns, Revolutionary & Civil War arms, collectible Bowie & folding knives and more! We are also avid collectors of historic race cars & memorabilia. Visit us online at jeremiahjohnsontrading or find us on Facebook and Instagram.
Description:
Jeremiah Johnson Trading is one of the most experienced and trusted dealers of antique arms with over 40 years of collecting. We also specialize in antique cars & petroliana, Revolutionary and Civil War artifacts, 19th century nautical & western memorabilia, early Bowie and folding knives, American folk art, and colonial era furnishings. Visit us online at JeremiahJohnsonTrading or find us on Facebook. Our shop is located at 1618 Saybrook Rd. Haddam, CT. Look for the gold '55 Chevy road sign! ~Trades and offers are always considered~ Large American Assembled Flintlock Brass Cannon Barrel Ship's Blunderbuss, approx. 3 Ga, mfg. ca. 1720-1740. This attractive and early blunderbuss is a wonderful example of a true working ship's gun from the colonial American era. The original components of the gun were probably Dutch made for export to the colonies. At some point it was re-stocked or otherwise "reassembled" by an American gunsmith. These guns saw hard use aboard ships of war and it was not uncommon for them to be rebuilt from time to time. The heavy brass barrel measures 16 1/2" long and features two large wedding band turnings with a flared cannon barrel muzzle. The inside diameter of the bore is approximately 1.185" or 3 Gauge by American standards with a muzzle flare measuring 1 7/16". The barrel has a beautifully untouched dark mellow color with blackened patina within protected areas. The early banana style lock and iron furniture have a bright silvery/gray appearance. The stock is somewhat crude yet well and effectively made. It features a cheekpiece with a crosshatch checkered wrist. It retains a worn, untouched finish throughout. There is a repaired 4" chip along the toe of the buttstock which utilizes the original piece with a secure old crack visible on both sides above the chip. Otherwise the wood is quite sound with no further damage or repairs. Simple flat iron buttplate and sideplate with brass triggerguard. The forward lock screw passes through the stock ahead of the original hole in the sideplate. Perhaps the lock or sideplate were taken from another gun when it was rebuilt and just didn't quite line up. Original rat tail trigger and iron barrel tang. The ramrod is missing. The hammer pulls back strong and tight but does not hold cock. The frizzen, resurfaced during the period, snaps shut and springs forward securely. Not only is this a great looking blunderbuss but being as early as it is the gun very well could have seen use during the end of the "Golden Age" of piracy, the French & Indian War, or the American Revolution. A fine addition to any collection. Jeremiah Johnson Trading sells antique firearms manufactured prior to 1899 and muzzleloading blackpowder reproductions only. For the purpose of these conditions the term "antique firearm" will hence include muzzleloading blackpowder reproductions. Buyers must be 21 years of age or older and have no felony convictions to purchase antique firearms. Antique firearms do not require Federal licensing and may be shipped directly to the buyer with the following exceptions. No antique firearms will be shipped to Washington D. C. or any of the five boroughs of New York City or residents thereof. Some restrictions may apply to antique firearms shipped to California and will be noted in the item description if applicable. Any handgun (antique or muzzleloading blackpowder reproduction) shipped to New Jersey must ship to a licensed FFL holder. Any muzzleloading blackpowder reproduction rifle, shotgun, or handgun shipped to Illinois must ship to an FFL holder. All antique firearms shipped to Ohio must ship to a licensed FFL holder. No international sales of antique firearms which may fire conventional metallic cartridges or any reproductions regardless of ignition. Antique muzzleloaders, or antiques which fire obsolete cartridges, may be shipped internationally however it is the responsibility of the buyer to know and abide by their local laws and provide proof that the antique arm is legal to receive and own. Absolutely no sales of items containing antique ivory to New York, New Jersey, or California. No sales of bear parts to Alaska, California, Georgia, Kentucky, Massachusetts, Mississippi, Nebraska, New Jersey, North Dakota, South Dakota, Oklahoma, Oregon, Virginia, or West Virginia. Absolutely no international sales of knives or animal parts including items which contain antique ivory. Payment can be made by way of money order, banker's check, or personal check (Please allow 7-10 days for clearance on personal checks). Credit cards accepted for antique arms (no additional fees). If not satisfied with an item within 3 days of receiving it, simply return the item in the same condition as shipped for a full refund, minus return shipping costs. Cleaning, disassembly, or altering of a firearm in any way will void inspection privileges. Layaway may be allowed upon negotiation, but will void inspection privileges. Buyer pays actual shipping & insurance costs. Occasionally a post-1898 firearm from my personal collection may be sold under this account however it will be noted that any such transaction is a personal sale in no way affiliated with our business. Any such arm will be shipped to a licensed FFL or C&R holder in accordance with Federal law. All firearms are sold as collector's items and are not warranted safe for shooting. Please consult a competent gunsmith prior to shooting any firearm. Message or call with any questions about this firearm, or any of our other items at 860-873-1092 (office) or 860-345-2100 (shop).
SOLD
Antique: Yes
Model: Blunderbuss
Barrels: Brass
Gauge Info: 3
Manufacture Date: Circa 1730