Fusil Trade Gun 20 GA .62 cal 42” Flintlock Smoothbore
SOLD FOR: $1145
WOA#: 230620RPTB002WY
Make: Unknown, marked “GLC” on the barrel
Model: Fusil Trade Gun style flintlock smoothbore
Serial#: NSN
Year of Manufacture: Contemporary
Caliber: 20 Gauge / .62 caliber ball
Action Type: Flintlock
Markings: “GLC” on the left rear of the barrel.
Barrel Length: 42” octagon-to-round
Sights/ Optics: Front blade
Stock Configuration & Condition/ Grip: The stock is walnut with brass fittings. There are scratches, scuffs, and compression dents throughout. The finish is rough and some of the stock pins are not fully set into the stock. On the wrist, there are a few dark black marks. Overall, the stock is in Good Condition.
Type of Finish: Metal: In the white, brass. Wood: Oil.
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: Bore is semi-bright with spotted corrosion running the length of the barrel.
Overall Condition: This flintlock smoothbore is in Good Condition. The metal surfaces have handling wear and scratches throughout. The buttplate heel and edges are worn. The barrel has light-to-moderate surface rust throughout, with the heaviest being near the muzzle end. There are spots of finish loss on the brass trigger guard, along with two spots of surface rust on the exterior of the rounded area. The frizzen face is scuffed from use. The pan has a large black spot on the outside rear corner as well as spots of surface rust, which extend over to the flash hole and barrel. There is also some more distinct finish loss on the barrel adjacent to the pan.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. We did not fire this rifle. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance requirements.
Box Paperwork and Accessories: 1x Gun flint
Our Assessment: This is a nice example of an early to mid-18th century North American trade gun that is reminiscent of those that would have been used on the early American frontier. Its lock is from L&R and it has an interesting serpentine pattern of brass on the left side lock plate area. This would make a fine addition to any American contemporary flintlock collection. Please see our photos for a better understanding of the flintlock and its condition.