Lot 3316
An English air rifle with ball reservoir, H. W. Mortimer in London, circa 1780
Arms & Armour, and Antique Firearms | A109aw | Live auction | 1369 Lots
Description
Blued, octagonal barrel transitioning via baluster to round, smooth bore in calibre 10.5 mm. Signed “H.W. Mortimer London” in silver inlay above the chamber. Engraved lock plate in flintlock style with traces of the original bluing, likewise signed in silver inlay. Function not tested. Detachable iron air reservoir on the bottom, nut of brass. Skeletal stock with bayonet fitting at the stock rear, engraved iron furniture and horn nose. Repaired break behind the bayonet fitting, small crack to the right of the reservoir. Wooden ramrod with brass tip. Length 128 cm. Harvey Walklate Mortimer, originally from Stafford, lived from 1753 to 1819.Condition: II Questions about the lot?