Handgonne or not ?

fernando · 9th June 2019, 03:19 PM

A rather reasonable guess, Richard.
But then, a couple things to figure out ...
- Lack of a handle; could it have fallen with time ?
- Its conical format; aren't loading chambers more cylindrical, only tapering in their very end to couple (seal) with the barrel ?
Judging by its outer condition, it sure looks rather early. The bore opening looks perfect, though.
Let us see if a straight front picture and its dimensions enlighten us a bit further.

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9th June 2019, 03:19 PM	#8
fernando (deceased) Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Portugal Posts: 9,694	A rather reasonable guess, Richard. But then, a couple things to figure out ... - Lack of a handle; could it have fallen with time ? - Its conical format; aren't loading chambers more cylindrical, only tapering in their very end to couple (seal) with the barrel ? Judging by its outer condition, it sure looks rather early. The bore opening looks perfect, though. Let us see if a straight front picture and its dimensions enlighten us a bit further.