Original 18th Century Indian Toradar Matchlock Musket with Damascus Barrel circa 1750 - 64 Inches Long Helmets Once the grenade landed

Once the grenade landed

which was removed with more recent polishing

and the chin strap is complete and locks

which I did and stood waiting for orders

the Siege of Charleston in 1780 followed by the Battle of Camden in the same year

Original 18th Century Indian Toradar Matchlock Musket with Damascus Barrel circa 1750 - 64 Inches Long Helmets Once the grenade landedOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is an elegant Indian Matchlock "TORADAR" gun, measuring 64" in overall length, the barrel itself being 45 1 2". The traditional ignition system of the various Indian States of British India, matchlocks were in use on the Sub Continent from the early 1600's through the 1800s. With a bore of around . 55", this is a highly maneuverable weapon despite its long length. This example has a slight flare at the muzzle,