Dated flintlock mechanism

Marcus den toom · 28th February 2014, 02:04 PM

A beautiful flintlock mechanism from G B L Burgunon and a possible date of 1636?
The 3 is mirrored, which confuses me. The overall style of the lock is that of around 1640's so i doubt the possibility of the date beeing 1686. Also, there is no evidence of the lock beeing cleaned or rubbed. The numbering is as crisp as all the other engravings/lettering.

The sear is missing and some screws are marred, other than this the lock is in very good condition. The pancover has been repaired in the old fashion. After so many shots, the pancover would be worn away at the striking point of the flint.

The lock is 15,5 cm overall

28th February 2014, 02:04 PM	#1
Marcus den toom Member Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: Netherlands Posts: 541	Dated flintlock mechanism A beautiful flintlock mechanism from G B L Burgunon and a possible date of 1636? The 3 is mirrored, which confuses me. The overall style of the lock is that of around 1640's so i doubt the possibility of the date beeing 1686. Also, there is no evidence of the lock beeing cleaned or rubbed. The numbering is as crisp as all the other engravings/lettering. The sear is missing and some screws are marred, other than this the lock is in very good condition. The pancover has been repaired in the old fashion. After so many shots, the pancover would be worn away at the striking point of the flint. The lock is 15,5 cm overall