New barrel was found

[Spiridonov]

The barrel which was found by amateur archaeologist from Europe. Amateur archaeologist wishes to be unknown.
Bronze
Length about 70-74 mm
Calibre about 10-11 mm

[Spiridonov]

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[Matchlock]

Hi Alexender,

This of course is only a fragment of a late 15th century arquebus barrel.
The original barrel length probably was ca. 60 cm.

Actually to me it looks much like a cast fail that was discarded and never fired.

Best,
Michael

[Spiridonov]

Hi Alexender,

This of course is only a fragment of a late 15th century arquebus barrel.
The original length probably was ca. 60 cm.

Best,
Michael
Hi Michael!
Yes you are absolutely right. Friend of amateur archaeologist have a second part of barrel. i am waiting photos of these now. Michael, do you have a photo of any analog of this barrel?

[Matchlock]

Hi Michael!
Do you have a photo of any analog of this barrel?

No, sorry, I don't. :shrug:

Best,
Michael

[Jim McDougall]

Beautifully done maestro Michael!!!! Your forensic assessment skills on medieval firearms is phenomenal, and its amazing how quickly you recognize the exact nature of even incomplete items!!!

Thank you for sharing this Alex.

All the best,
Jim

[Matchlock]

Thank you so much, Jim,

But this is too much praise for me. ;) As this is what I have been both studying and collecting for more than 30 years I really guess I would have to be ashamed, were I not as good as I am. My life's work would have been a mere waste of time.

Very best wishes as always,
Michael