"A Malay 'padri' Matchlock "
A late 18th to 19th century Malay 'Padri' or 'Satingar' matchlock musket. One of three currently for sale. These are heavy guns. They don't have a ramrod. The lowerling of the bullit was achieved simply by stumping the gun with the butt on the ground. This example has been restored by a professional restorer. The bolt in front of the trigger guard is handcrafted replacement. Original brass parts with some having remains of silver gilding. 168cm. Literature: https://www.mandarinmansion.com/article/padri-gun-westenenk
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