History
This is a type of muzzleloader. Muzzleloaders are loaded by inserting the ammunition directly into the muzzle of the gun, rather than in the barrel. They were popularly used for big game hunting.
Description
A double-barreled muzzleloader, has the imprint G.H. DAW. 37 LONDON.
Item Details
- Materials: metal, wood (plant material)
- Classification: Category 5: Tools & Equipment for Science & Technology > Armaments > Firearms > hunting gun
- Accession Number: 980.006.001
- Manufacturer: [unknown]
- Donor: [unknown]
- Donated: 1980
- Size: 103 cm
