Edo Period Japanese Tanegashima Matchlock .72 Cal Musket

Edo Period Japanese Tanegashima Matchlock .72 Cal Musket

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Lot 152 

SOLD FOR: $1,000

There is no serial number visible (NSNV). This Edo Period (1603 – 1868) Japanese matchlock Tanegashima is chambered in .72 caliber with a 27.5″ barrel. The front sight is a tall blade at the muzzle and the rear is a small notch in a large base on the barrel. The wood is one piece, full stocks and has a channel for a ramrod. The wood shows minor dings and scratches. A small crack is present at the rear of the lock plate that does not flex when pressed. The bore is shootable. The finish has turned to a patina with some scratches and minor oxidation. The mechanism functions correctly. The matchlock uses a burning twine to ignite the powder charge when rotated up to it. After firing the “used” portion falls away as the twine continues burning.

Edo Period Japanese Tanegashima Matchlock .72 Cal Musket
Edo Period Japanese Tanegashima Matchlock .72 Cal Musket