Ottoman Tufuk Carbine

[rickystl]

Originally Posted by estcrh

Yes you do see this type with an all wood stock, it just seemed like the butt on this example may not be quite right but with only a photo it is hard to tell, Rick could answer that better as he can see if the butt seems to match the rest of the stock as far as the wear and finish.

Hi Estcrh. How have you been?
FRONT AND REAR WOOD OF THE BUTT STOCK: The wood on the rear of the butt stock is definately different than the wood on the grip area and forearm. but as Kubur mentios, this is quite common. It's a bit hard to tell in the photos because the gun really needs cleaned. But in this case, I believe the butt section was original to the gun. One reason I believe this is that the sharp edges of both pieces are rounded/worn equally. And the brass nails on the brass strap all match with the same patina. What is intersting is the butt cap section being held in by two wood dowels rather than long nails like you usually see. But I've seen many of these with both the same, and different woods used. If it was changed, it was certainly done back in the period sometime. But again, a good cleaning will tell me more.
Rick.