Percussion blunderbuss built by W&J Rigby (William and John) of Dublin, Ireland circa 1823. Steel 16" funnel shaped barrel coming into a octagon breech and stamped "W&J RIGBY DUBLIN". Back action percussion lock marked "W&J RIGBY" with single trigger control. Walnut plain stock with iron hardware and original looking ramrod. CONDITION: Metal has brown surface patina with light overall corrosion and rust. Wood has dry appearance, possibly being cleaned. Pitted bore with good mechanics. DLM Name Value Accessories Barrel Length 16" Barrel Wall Thickness Chamber Choke Drop at Comb Drop at Heel FFL Status Antique Gauge 1 - 1/2" Internal Bore Diameter Length of Pull Manufacturer W&J Rigby Model Blunderbuss Paperwork Weight Serial Number NSN
Percussion blunderbuss built by W&J Rigby (William and John) of Dublin, Ireland circa 1823. Steel 16" funnel shaped barrel coming into a octagon breech and stamped "W&J RIGBY DUBLIN". Back action percussion lock marked "W&J RIGBY" with single trigger control. Walnut plain stock with iron hardware and original looking ramrod. CONDITION: Metal has brown surface patina with light overall corrosion and rust. Wood has dry appearance, possibly being cleaned. Pitted bore with good mechanics. DLM Name Value Accessories Barrel Length 16" Barrel Wall Thickness Chamber Choke Drop at Comb Drop at Heel FFL Status Antique Gauge 1 - 1/2" Internal Bore Diameter Length of Pull Manufacturer W&J Rigby Model Blunderbuss Paperwork Weight Serial Number NSN
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