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Early powder tester circa 1700 – 1750. 10-1/4” overall, 4-1/2” turned wood grip with brass ferrule

Currency:USD Category:Antiques / Firearms & Armory Start Price:250.00 USD Estimated At:500.00 - 1,000.00 USD
Early powder tester circa 1700 – 1750.  10-1/4” overall, 4-1/2” turned wood grip with  brass ferrule
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Early powder tester circa 1700 – 1750. 10-1/4” overall, 4-1/2” turned wood grip with brass ferrule connected to a straight steel platform with graduated wheel showing hand-engraved numbers and tension spring.With touch hole cover. Very good condition, normal aging, small chip to the grip. Similar to example pictured in Eprouvettes by Kempers, page 92. From the Keith Coulter collection. Est: $500 - $1,000