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Old 12th December 2021, 09:57 AM   #1
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It looks like a lashing point to me.
As it is centred on the trunnions, and looks worn, I agree that it appears that it was for lashing or could also be used for a front sight.
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Old 12th December 2021, 05:46 PM   #2
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The inverted V at the back of the breech could be used as the rear sight.
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Old 14th December 2021, 01:25 AM   #3
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Hi Guys,

Thank you for all your replies. I thought it
was a relic from the Majapahit Empire😕.

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