Very nice gun, Michael.
Very interesting paint-work. would be nice to try and replicate something of this sort, as it opens up a new dimension to us.
I think this is what is appealing about archaic gonnes....they open up to us a whole new world!
I think we can only "progress" backwards, and the "new" frontiers lay behind us. (If you see what I mean!)
It is a way of living a lifetime beyond our own.
Example:
I started hunting with modern stuff, went back to percussion guns, went back to flint for 9 or so years, read an article on matcklock reliability, Had to try it, so made one & used it, now have a longbow or 2 half made.
Suppose it ends when we use rocks, or sharpen our teeth....(!)
Would really like to make a snapping matchlock, and a target type, with the heavy cheek-stock.
Thank you for the fine and inspiring pictures!
Richard.
|