PUNT/MARKET HUNTER GUN For Sale

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    The PUNT/MARKET HUNTER GUN is a notable and rare example of mid-19th century craftsmanship, showcasing the robust design typical of large-bore market hunting firearms from that era. This 4-gauge, single-shot muzzleloader is distinguished by its substantial 7 1/4-inch lockplate, marked “ALLEN THURBER & CO/WORCESTER,” indicating its manufacture by the esteemed Allen Thurber & Co. of Worcester, Massachusetts. Its 35-inch barrel features a part octagon, part round configuration, combining aesthetic appeal with functional precision. Complementing its design, the gun has a traditional wood forearm and wood halfstock with a shotgun-style butt for improved grip and stability, crucial for accurate market hunting. Produced around the mid-1850s, this firearm demonstrates the practical and sturdy design preferred by market hunters for efficiently harvesting waterfowl and other game. Its historical significance and connection to American market hunting make it an item of interest for both collectors and historians.