2nd July 2024, 03:32 PM | #1 |
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Touchhole reinforcement
This is the small barrel that I recently obtained.
I noted that the touchhole seems to be reinforced with some sort of insert. It is difficult to tell but I think that this "insert" (if it is) is non-magnetic. As we have seen with other barrels, the corrosive nature of gunpowder can, and often did, erode the touchhole. Thing is that I have not noticed any sort of reinforcement on other barrels. Thoughts? |
2nd July 2024, 04:15 PM | #2 |
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Very nice and early barrel Ed, looks like it is made of wrought wound iron. Circa 1350-90s
For the touchhole i would refer to this thread post 29, 30 and 92 http://www.vikingsword.com/vb/showth...ight=touchhole I did see this on other barrels too but it is an exception to the more often seen dimpled touchhole. |
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Attached picture showes the lines in the iron which makes me think this is indeed wound iron Could you make a picture from the inside of the barrel bore? Most likely it is very irregular. |
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Here are two shots shot ... sorry ablaut the quality. If you want me to try again I shall. |
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