Rare whaling harpoon bomb shoulder gun, probably made by Chris C. Brand, Norwich, Connecticut, 18th c. Wooden butt stock, octagonal to round barrel, 38 1/4″ long, 1 1/8″ bore. Trigger guard missing. Shows some overall rust and pitting. Wooden stock has minor losses and wear. Provenance: Old New Bedford area Whaling family.
Chris C. Brand Rare Whaling Harpoon Bomb Shoulder Gun, Norwich, Connecticut, 18th c.
