circa 1790 to 1794, 5 in. tapered octagonal to hexadecagonal barrel, top of flat with inscribed "London", engraved decoration at breech and barrel tang, lock plate stamped "BASS", engraved trigger guard with urn finial, figured walnut stock, engraved inset shield to left side of stock, small metal insets at wrist and butt of stock, engraved screws, 10-1/2 in.
Provenance: Private Collection
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handling wear consistent with age and use, lacquer on surfaces, patina and oxidation to metal components, hairline in stock at sidescrew, lacking front sight and ramrod, small chips to wood at trigger guard, other scuffs and abrasions to wooden surface, cock and trigger appear to function appropriately
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