Contemporary .35 Caliber Percussion Black Powder Cane Gun, ATF Antique
SOLD FOR: $1,625.00
LSB#: LSB251204KM003
Make: Not marked.
Model: Cane Gun
Serial Number: None.
Year of Manufacture: Ca. 1970s-2000s
Caliber: Approximately .35 caliber ball.
Action Type: Percussion muzzle-loading black powder cane gun with thumb-activated firing mechanism.
Barrel Length: The .35 caliber portion of the bore is approximately 2 3/4″, after which the remainder of the 24″ barrel opens up to about 0.68″.
Sights / Optics: There is no provision for sights.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The cane handle is a Crook & Hook type one-piece smooth wood. The wood has some scattered nicks and dings with a few fills. The wood isn’t quite centered on the bushing where it meets the action. Overall, the handle is in about Very Good condition as refinished.
Type of Finish: Blue
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bore is dark with evenly scattered fouling and light erosion. In this writer’s opinion, this bore rates 6 out of 10.
Overall Condition: This cane gun retains about 97% of its metal finish. There are only a few scattered minor marks. Overall, this cane gun rates in Fine condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. We did not fire this percussion cane gun. As with all used items, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance requirements.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: None.
Our Assessment: The cane gun was a classy way for a man to go about town armed, but not obviously so. It allowed the gentleman to defend himself from ruffians while not being overtly armed in a way which would alarm passersby. Early cane guns were percussion, such as this one, while later guns would be chambered for rimfire or even centerfire cartridges. More recently, laws have restricted the manufacture or sale of cartridge-firing cane guns, but a few contemporary black powder cane guns have been produced, such as this one. This will make a neat display in a collection or a fun and curious piece to blow some smoke on the range. Note that the end is open, and take care to prevent obstruction. Please see our photos and good luck!
-Bud
