Antique Japanese Matchlock Musket

19th century, unsigned 39 in. octagonal iron barrel with slightly flared muzzle and two sights, 51.5 in. LOA, two-piece walnut stock, brass furniture and inlays throughout, the butt decorated with an applied brass plate lion.

Private Collection, Pittsboro, NC

Missing ramrod; moderate pitting to the barrel; trigger guard loose; not guaranteed to work.

$400 - 600