Summary
Double barrelled shotgun, 14 gauge .687. Converted from flintlock. Side by side twist steel barrels 30 in. (762 mm) long.
Made by John Blanch, London (active 1813-1848), early 19th century.
Physical Description
Small steel blade foresight let into 16 pointed star inlay of gold. Two gold breech bands with an engraving of game. Steel screw in vent under nipples, hand hold guard bow, wooden stock, chequered grip and cheek piece. Mounts finely engraved with game and leaf scrolls. Silver monogram plate.
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Acquisition Information
Donation from Mr William E. Cole, 23 Sep 1943
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Maker
John Blanch (Gunsmiths), London, England, Great Britain, 1813-1848
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Collector
Mr William E. Cole, Melbourne, Greater Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
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Inscriptions
Barrel rib bears "J. Blanch London" in gold inlay, engraved on locks "J. Blanch", on barrel "Fullard. London" (barrel maker). London proof marks.
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References
[Book] Penrose, Edgar H. 1949. Descriptive Catalogue of the Collection of Firearms in the Museum of Applied Science of Victoria. 161. 14.
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