Denix Flintlock Blunderbuss, Austria XVIII C – Non-Firing Replica

Denix Flintlock Blunderbuss, Austria XVIII C – Non-Firing Replica – a detailed collector's blunderbuss by Denix, the Spanish maker of historical replicas since 1966. Reproduction of flintlock blunderbuss made of metal and wood with simulated mechanism of loading and firing. It recreates a piece from the 16th–19th century period, made of wood with a grey finish.

It is a non-firing display replica: the mechanism is simulated for realism, it cannot fire and cannot be converted to fire. Made for collectors, film and history enthusiasts, home and office display, theatre and photography props.

History

Blunderbusses were typically very short, with barrel less than 60 cm of length, at the same time, musket's barrel measured more than 90 cm. The firing mechanism was based on a flint or flint stone, which the hammer produced the spark that ignited the gunpowder.

All these blunderbusses required the manual recharge of their ammunition, which was inserted through the mouth of the barrel after each shot. Usually the weapon was loaded with a single bullet of lead, although also could be used with several bullets of smaller size (pellets).

This blunderbuss, used in the eighteenth as predecessor of the shotgun, was very imprecise, but was useful in the approaches, during the naval battles, where the combat was at short distance. In addition, these weapons were used for a single shot, since their recharge method was very slow and there was not time available to recharge it. Therefore the fighters after firing were forced to draw their sabers or swords or to use the pistol as a bludgeon, since the circumstances did not allow to recharge it in time.

Do you know that Musketeer Phortos uses a blunderbuss in the film The Three Musketeers (2011)?

Product details

• Brand: Denix (Spain)
• Denix reference: 1231/G
• Type: Blunderbuss
• Historical period: 16th–19th century
• Material: Wood
• Finish: Grey
• Length: 39 cm
• Weight: 600 g

Display ideas

Show it on a wooden stand, in a glass cabinet or a shadow box, or on the wall of a study, library or games room. Pair it with other Denix replicas from the same era for a themed collection.

Care

Dust with a soft dry cloth; wipe metal parts occasionally with a few drops of light oil to keep the finish bright. Keep away from humidity.

Please note: this item is a non-firing replica sold for display only and to adults (18+). Buyers are responsible for checking the rules on imitation firearms in their country before ordering.

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