A Superb Flintlock Blunderbuss by Hewson of London. With swelling brass barrel, engraved ‘HEWSON - LONDON’ on the top flat and stamped with London proofs at the breech, decorated with a band of foliage at the breech, tang decorated with foliage, border engraved stepped lock, signed ‘HEWSON’ beneath the pan, full-stocked in walnut cut with a band of chequering at the grip, with engraved brass mounts comprising butt cap decorated with a shield surrounded by flags, engraved trigger guard decorated with a shield surrounded by foliage on the bow, with pineapple finial, turned ramrod pipes, with original horn tipped ramrod. In fine original condition. 

HEWSON

Thomas 2 Gunmaker, 133 Fetter Lane, 1805-08; 36 Piccadilly, 1808-20. Died 1851. 

Howard L. Blackmore (1986) Gunmakers Of London, 1350-1850. George Shumway Publisher. USA. 

Dimensions:

Bore: N/A

Barrel Length: 14.25 Inches (36.20 cm)

Overall Length: 30 Inches (76.20 cm)