Info sought on (Afghan?) Blunderbuss?

JeroenV · 19th June 2026, 03:16 PM

Goodafternoon all,

My name is Jeroen, I am 47 years old, from the Netherlands and work in law enforcement.
I have allways had an interest in historic weapons but have never owned any. Untill recently that is, when this gun caught my eye at the church fleemarket where I was volunteering. First because it seems to be a functioning weapon and I was unsure if we were allowed to sell it, and second because the info I found on a quick google fascinated me.

Long story short: I bought it and brought it home, where my wife was as unenthousiastic as I was enthousiastic :-)

I tried to research it but it is hard to determine what info is valuable and what is not. I tried AI but am not convinced that the surety it displays is valid. So I registered here, where I found some fascinating threads about Jezails and all kinds of historic weapons. I hope the experts can shed some light on this piece.

The gun is 103 cm long which translates to 40,5 inches. I have carefully disassembled the lock to clean it and look fur further markings. There were none I could find. I have bought Renaissance Wax and Ballistol oil to preserve it. See the photo's for more information. Thank you in advance for your time!

Tim Simmons · 20th June 2026, 06:12 AM

I am not a gun collector but I think you have done well for your first piece. Will not be long before you want another.

JeroenV · 23rd June 2026, 08:32 PM

I was hoping for a lively discussion about this gun :-)
Is it allowed to tag some of the experts I have seen on this site? I am trying to be patient but that is not one of my virtues... Feel free to ask for any more information or pictures if that is needed for a determination.

RobT · 24th June 2026, 02:43 AM

JeroenV

I’m no firearms expert either but from everything I can see, it is real. Since you disassembled the lock and didn’t mention concerns about its functionality, that is a pretty strong indicator of authenticity for the entire piece. As far as value goes, it’s an authentic flintlock blunderbuss, well decorated, and good condition. Antique items like this aren’t common, so I would say it’s quite valuable. I certainly wouldn’t mind having it. Be patient. Sooner or later the firearms experts on the forum will weigh in to give you the information you seek.

Sincerely,
RobT

JeroenV · 24th June 2026, 04:49 AM

Rob,

Thank you for your reply. The lock and trigger mechanism are indeed in full working condition.

19th June 2026, 03:16 PM	#1
JeroenV Member Join Date: Jun 2026 Posts: 3	Info sought on (Afghan?) Blunderbuss? Goodafternoon all, My name is Jeroen, I am 47 years old, from the Netherlands and work in law enforcement. I have allways had an interest in historic weapons but have never owned any. Untill recently that is, when this gun caught my eye at the church fleemarket where I was volunteering. First because it seems to be a functioning weapon and I was unsure if we were allowed to sell it, and second because the info I found on a quick google fascinated me. Long story short: I bought it and brought it home, where my wife was as unenthousiastic as I was enthousiastic :-) I tried to research it but it is hard to determine what info is valuable and what is not. I tried AI but am not convinced that the surety it displays is valid. So I registered here, where I found some fascinating threads about Jezails and all kinds of historic weapons. I hope the experts can shed some light on this piece. The gun is 103 cm long which translates to 40,5 inches. I have carefully disassembled the lock to clean it and look fur further markings. There were none I could find. I have bought Renaissance Wax and Ballistol oil to preserve it. See the photo's for more information. Thank you in advance for your time! Attached Images

24th June 2026, 02:43 AM	#4
RobT Member Join Date: Mar 2005 Posts: 647	Lucky You JeroenV I’m no firearms expert either but from everything I can see, it is real. Since you disassembled the lock and didn’t mention concerns about its functionality, that is a pretty strong indicator of authenticity for the entire piece. As far as value goes, it’s an authentic flintlock blunderbuss, well decorated, and good condition. Antique items like this aren’t common, so I would say it’s quite valuable. I certainly wouldn’t mind having it. Be patient. Sooner or later the firearms experts on the forum will weigh in to give you the information you seek. Sincerely, RobT

20th June 2026, 06:12 AM	#2
Tim Simmons Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: What is still UK Posts: 6,006	I am not a gun collector but I think you have done well for your first piece. Will not be long before you want another.

23rd June 2026, 08:32 PM	#3
JeroenV Member Join Date: Jun 2026 Posts: 3	I was hoping for a lively discussion about this gun :-) Is it allowed to tag some of the experts I have seen on this site? I am trying to be patient but that is not one of my virtues... Feel free to ask for any more information or pictures if that is needed for a determination.

24th June 2026, 04:49 AM	#5
JeroenV Member Join Date: Jun 2026 Posts: 3	Rob, Thank you for your reply. The lock and trigger mechanism are indeed in full working condition.