Original Indian Toradar Matchlock Musket with Octagonal Barrel circa 1800 - 60 Inches Long Historical Military Books Light bombs

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The antenna on one unit is also somewhat loose

Stock is in solid condition with minor dings and scratches from use and age with much original finish remaining

evidently a leather sheath was issued prior to the adoption of the canvas sheath

with no corrosion to the base metal or oxidation

Original Indian Toradar Matchlock Musket with Octagonal Barrel circa 1800 - 60 Inches Long Historical Military Books Light bombsOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is an elegant Indian Matchlock "TORADAR" gun, measuring 60" in overall length, the barrel itself being 45 1 2". The traditional ignition system of the various Indian States of British India, matchlocks were in use on the Sub Continent from the early 1600's through the 1800s. With a bore of around . 65", this is a highly maneuverable weapon despite its long length. These were always smooth bore, but with such