Powder horn and unidentified object

Raf · 18th May 2023, 02:32 PM

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I am convinced, that the brass animal part was to mush something, as its "nose" seem. Any ideas appreciated.

Surprised no one has mentioned marlin spike. Sailors general purpose tool for rope work and extemporary weapon. I agree that the bronze end looks like it was intended to mush something. Like compacting serpentine powder in a cannon flash pan. Essential to stop it blowing away but this is just a guess. Either way it has an early feel to it.

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18th May 2023, 02:32 PM	#17
Raf Member Join Date: Nov 2013 Posts: 252	[QUOTE I am convinced, that the brass animal part was to mush something, as its "nose" seem. Any ideas appreciated. Surprised no one has mentioned marlin spike. Sailors general purpose tool for rope work and extemporary weapon. I agree that the bronze end looks like it was intended to mush something. Like compacting serpentine powder in a cannon flash pan. Essential to stop it blowing away but this is just a guess. Either way it has an early feel to it.