A heavy German wall gun, a so-called double hook, 1st quarter of the 16th century. Heavy, forged octagonal barrel with smooth bore in 34 mm calibre. Flared muzzle with corded decorative band. At the breech a deeply struck smith's mark next to a deepened vent hole. With a sturdy hook on the bottom side. Original hardwood stock branded "DK" on the side, restored worm damage, the end of the butt replaced. Two iron barrel bands. Length 148 cm. In addition to regular wall guns with a calibre of circa 20-25 mm, double hooks have also been used as handg, Additional-Rights-Clearance-Info-Not-Available

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