Lot 3070
An Indian matchlock rifle (toradar), 19th century
Arms & Armour, and Antique Firearms | A109aw | Live auction | 1366 Lots
Description
Strongly tapered round barrel with cannon muzzle and slightly rough bore in 16 mm calibre. The barrel top with a raised moulding above the chamber and partially with heavily worn geometric punch decoration. Full stock with brass barrel bands and sheet iron mounts around the lock. Lock cover of blackened wood. Butt with bone inlays and a carving on the left side inscribed “Taken from the Rebels at Lansie”. Forend repaired in several sections with an iron ramrod. Several cracks in the shaft around the lock. Traces of repair at the fore-end tip and muzzle. Length 134 cm.336735
Condition: II - III Questions about the lot?