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Joseph Manton Cased Flintlock Sporting Gun – Serial No. 5018 – Original Flintlock – c.1810
Guns International #: 103689365 Seller's Inventory #: PM13
Category: Antique Shotguns - Flintlock - Shotguns - English Double Antique
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Seller: RW Outdoors
Member Since: 3/28/18
First Name: Bill
Last Name: Wood
State: Montana
Zip: 59749
Country: United States
Phone: (406) 842-5271
Platinum Seller
Number of Active Listings: 213
Total Number of Listings: 4068
Seller: FFL Dealer
Return Policy: 3 day inspection and return policy on used guns.
No returns.
Payment Types Accepted: check, credit card (3.5% convenience fee)
About Us: RW Outdoors is a small shop located in Southwestern Montana. Most of our listings are on consignment in our store and prices are dictated by owners. Some are very open to offers, while others are firm. All firearms must ship to a licensed dealer. Give us a call or email to find out more about any of our listings.
Description:
Joseph Manton Cased Flintlock Sporting Gun – Serial No. 5018 – Original Flintlock – c.1810
Exceptional cased flintlock sporting gun by the legendary English gunmaker Joseph Manton, serial number 5018, manufactured during the first weeks of 1810 and originally sold to A. W. Penrose.
Joseph Manton is widely regarded as one of the most influential gunmakers in history, and original examples of his work remain highly sought after by collectors of fine English sporting arms. This gun was built while Thomas Jefferson had only recently left office and Abraham Lincoln was just one year old, placing it firmly in the golden age of English flintlock gunmaking.
What makes this example particularly noteworthy is that it remains in its original flintlock configuration more than two centuries after it was built. Many sporting guns of this era were later converted to percussion ignition, making surviving original flintlocks increasingly scarce. Even more remarkable is the survival of its original fitted case, trade label, tools, and shot bag, all evidence of careful stewardship throughout its lifetime.
The locks retain excellent function. As is common with sporting guns of this age, the cocks and frizzens have been professionally replaced during the gun's working life. The ramrod is also a replacement.
Specifications:
• Joseph Manton, London
• Serial Number 5018
• Manufactured c.1810
• Originally sold to A. W. Penrose
• Original flintlock ignition
• 29½-inch barrels (including breeches)
• Barrel weight: 3 lbs. 6 oz.
• Bore diameter: .646" (approximately 17–18 gauge)
• Gold-lined touch holes
• Gold poinçons engraved "Joseph Manton Patent" on both barrels
• Length of pull: 14½ inches
• Drop at heel: 2¼ inches
• Drop at comb: 1? inches
• Overall weight: 6 lbs. 8 oz.
Both bores remain in very good condition. Note repairs on both sids of forarms and hairline crack as seen in photos. The gun balances beautifully and handles exactly as one would expect from a best-quality Manton. It patterns exceptionally well and remains fully capable in the field, delivering excellent performance on pheasants, sharptails, and other upland game birds.
An outstanding opportunity to acquire a rare, original-flint Joseph Manton complete with its fitted case, accessories, and documented provenance. Examples retaining this level of originality and completeness are seldom encountered.
Call RW Outdoors at 406-842-5271 with any questions.
- California sales additional $25 for paperwork fee.
- All sales final.
RW Outdoors will not be held responsible for any damage incurred during the shipping process. We take great care in securing our items to ensure their safe delivery, but the handling of the packages is beyond our control once they leave our store.
Price: $5,500.00
Shotgun Gauge: 16 Gauge
Manufacturer: Joe Manton
Model: Flintlock
Serial Number: 5018
Barrel Length: 29.5
Manufacture Date: 1810
Item Location: Sheridan, MT