Alex Dick Posted February 15, 2022 Report Share Posted February 15, 2022 I am hoping someone can help me! Can anyone shed light on the punt gun shown in these images? i'd be grateful for any history relating to it. many thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
enfieldspares Posted February 15, 2022 Report Share Posted February 15, 2022 (edited) Have a look on the internet for the date code. That at least will tell you when it went to proof. And...as I think even the Proof House may remember it...an enquiry to them as what (within limits of client confidentiality) they might have some information? http://www.hallowellco.com/birmingham_proof_house_date_code.htm Or even these folks? https://www.bizseek.co.uk/m-j-wilkinson-01507-466842 Edited February 15, 2022 by enfieldspares Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blackpowder Posted February 15, 2022 Report Share Posted February 15, 2022 That looks in rather good condition. Blackpowder Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
derbyduck Posted February 15, 2022 Report Share Posted February 15, 2022 I remember seeing a gun just like that in a museum in Yarmouth , it was the thickness of the breech that reminded me of it ,50 years ago ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alex Dick Posted February 16, 2022 Author Report Share Posted February 16, 2022 Thank you for your help and answers. I have spoken to Mrs Wilkinson...sadly her husband died a couple of years ago and she has no records of what he made. I will knock up a cartridge and see hopw things progress! Thanks again. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pushandpull Posted February 17, 2022 Report Share Posted February 17, 2022 I have sent you a PM which might give a lead. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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