Title
German Matchlock
Description
This matchlock uses a walnut stock to mount an iron barrel which is secured under the stock by means of a set screw. The mounting screw reaches into the barrel tang. The iron furniture of this matchlock includes a round steel barrel which is secured by underneath screw reaching to tang of barrel. The rounded trigger bar activates the serpentine which includes 125 CM of original hemp rope. The matchlock includes original German markings on the lock.
Caliber: .73
Weight: 7.8 lbs.
Length: 53 1/2"
Barrel: 39 3/8
Caliber: .73
Weight: 7.8 lbs.
Length: 53 1/2"
Barrel: 39 3/8
Source
Brown, M.L. Firearms in Colonial America: The Impact on History and Technology 1492-1792. Washington, D.C.: Smithsonian Institution Press. 1980.
Date
c. 1600-1630
Rights
George C. Neumann Collection, Valley Forge National Historical Park
Identifier
VAFO 165
Original Format
Photograph