Tufek/Tufenk/Shishane Identification

[rickystl]

Hi Cyten

That's a nice looking Ottoman Shishane. Likely made at one of the many gun making centers in the Balkans. Probably first half of the 19th Century.
The Damascus barrel with the 2-point rear sight look very common Turkish. The 8 groove rifling is the most common I've seen on these rifled barrels.
The lock is very common Turkish. (glad you got it working again) Even the pattern of the silver mounts. The mainsprings in these locks are very strong (a bit too strong in my opinion). But they are all made this way.
I think the brass cover over the barrel tank is also a replacement. But a full or partial cover in this area is also a common styling feature with these guns.
The round sling rings are likely a 20th Century replacement. But they look good on this gun. LOL
There is actually a Thread about a year ago on this Forum that showed the correct way a leather sling was attached to the two slots with a clever knot.
I think I saved the pic on my other lap top. So I will locate it and post here.

Rick