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2008.123.1

Smooth bore, matchlock long gun. The gun is muzzle-loading and the ramrod is missing. The stock is rounded at the lock with a small step carved down to the butt section, which is straight with a wooden puttplate. The barrel is supported by the lock and at the muzzle by leather ties. [AF [OPS Move] 28/6/2017]

2008.123.1

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Collection type
Object
Description
Smooth bore, matchlock long gun. The gun is muzzle-loading and the ramrod is missing. The stock is rounded at the lock with a small step carved down to the butt section, which is straight with a wooden puttplate. The barrel is supported by the lock and at the muzzle by leather ties. [AF [OPS Move] 28/6/2017]
Geographical reference
India
Asia > Southern Asia > India
Person
Field collector Unknown Collector
PRM source Unknown Source
Date
Acquisition information
Found unentered: 20/11/2008
Materials and processes
Material Wood Plant, Material Metal, Material Iron Metal, Process Carved
Dimensions
Height: max 135 mm, Width: max 52 mm, Length: max 1258 mm
Object numbers
Accession number: 2008.123.1

Search terms: Firearm Weapon, Firearm