Lot 46
A 19th Century Miquelet Fowler
Sale 2030 - Arms, Armor and Militaria
Oct 23, 2024 10:00AM ET
Live / Cincinnati

Estimate
$1,000 - $1,500
Lot Description
A 19th Century Miquelet Fowler
About .69 caliber. 30.5" two stage octagonal to round barrel. SN: NSN. Browned metal finish. Carved walnut stock has checkered sections to straight grip and forearm. Miquelet flintlock action with a brass post front sight, double sling swivels, single brass barrel band, and a button head cleaning rod. Lockplate is marked BONA.NASTR and has some simple floral scroll work. Barrel appears to have an illegible maker's mark in front of breech. Most likely Spanish.
This lot is located in Cincinnati.
Condition Report
Good. Bore is dark. Finish has a mottled brown appearance overall. Wood stock has scratches, mars, and losses scattered overall. There are also several hairline cracks around wrist and wormholes to checkered portion of grip. Brass fittings have mottled discoloration. Action is functional.

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