Lot 16
A southern German wheellock carbine, circa 1750
Fine Antique and Modern Firearms | A78s | Live auction | 627 Lots
Hammer price € 4,200
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Octagonal barrel slightly indented in the middle with seven-groove rifled bore in 15 mm calibre. Dovetailed sights, signed "Joh. Kugler" at the breech. Lock with semi-internal wheel and wheel cover of brass. Lock plate engraved with hunting motifs. Trigger does not engage. Richly carved walnut stock with inlays of dark horn and bone. Patch box with sliding lid. Wooden ramrod with horn tip. Metal surfaces heavily sanded, engravings on lock and fittings re-engraved. Length 78 cm.Condition:II Questions about the lot?