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12th January 2019, 10:53 AM | #1 |
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A powder horn ... unusual ?
Do you usually see this version, guys ?
It will be Portuguese but i have never seen one with two opposite horn ends with equal spouts. I don't think one of them is for shot as they both have the same (powder) mechanisms. One for priming and the other for load ? And how does the shooter knows which is which; i see no differentiation marks . Better pictures when i get it back from a watchmaker friend whom i am trying to convince to reproduce one spout spring that is missing. Otherwise everything in good order. Opinions appreciated . . |
12th January 2019, 11:34 AM | #2 |
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Probably for twins
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12th January 2019, 12:07 PM | #3 |
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But of course; how didn't i figure it out ? .
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12th January 2019, 12:37 PM | #4 |
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Siamese twins.
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13th January 2019, 04:53 PM | #6 |
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Hi Fernando
Well, it's interesting to say the least. There was a contemporary powder horn maker here in the States that made one similar (less the metal valve spouts) and presented it to a young couple as a wedding gift. It was engraved with both names on it. Sort of a his/hers type of novelty gift. I thought it was a clever idea. LOL I suspect your's is similar in that it was more of a styling exercise, even if fully functionable. The valves and the carrying strap do look somewhat old. And I like the color combination of the horns. From a shooter's perspective, I can't think of a practicle use for it. But it certainly is a great conversation piece. Rick |
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