Antique flintlock fowlers occupy a distinct place in both military and sporting firearm history. Collectors and tactically minded shooters value pieces that combine provenance, craftsmanship, and functional design — attributes that make a true period firearm more than just a relic.

GERMAN MILITARY GERMAN FLINTLOCK FOWLER BY SCHURIR WITH SPANISH BARREL BY DIEGO ESQUIBEL .65CAL — NSN, circa mid-18th century, this .65 caliber single-shot fowler features a 37 3/4″ octagonal-to-round barrel with a smooth brown/grey patina and engraved flats at the breech reading “ES QUI bel / Ano de 1742 / En Madrid.” Diego Esquibel’s proof marks forward of the tang identify the barrel as Spanish-made, while the lock plate stamped “SCHURIR / SAARBRUCKEN” and the finely engraved hunting scenes on the lock show German workmanship. Side plates carry delicate scrolls terminating in dog-head motifs; the stock has raised carved accents and light handling wear. The action runs smoothly and holds securely at both half and full cock. Ramrod shows a slight bend near the front. Price: $4,995.99. Shop this product

Overview

This Single Shot category piece blends German lock work and Spanish barrel manufacture — a hybrid example that tells a cross-border story. The .65 caliber is typical for mid-18th-century fowlers, offering a balance of projectile mass and manageable recoil for hunting and demonstration firing.

Features and Historical Details

Barrel and Markings

The 37 3/4″ octagonal-to-round barrel carries the engraved breech flats with an 1742 date stamp and Esquibel’s proofs. The brown/grey patina is consistent with age while leaving the engraved flats and proof marks legible for authentication.

Lock, Engravings, and Fit

The lock plate marked SCHURIR / SAARBRUCKEN is notable for its finely executed hunting scenes: a hunter with dogs pursuing a rabbit on the front and a hunter with a bow on the rear. The action’s ability to hold at both half and full cock speaks to maintained internals and serviceable function despite centuries of wear.

Stock, Ramrod, and Ergonomics

Raised carved accents on the stock and delicately engraved side plates with dog-head terminations are decorative yet understated. The ramrod’s slight bend is common in period pieces and does not prevent practical use for loading demonstrations or display.

For collectors and historians seeking detailed provenance and a tactically interesting single-shot example, this German Military piece is a compelling option. View product details and pricing

Whether displayed in a curated collection or used as a study piece for period firearms techniques, this GERMAN MILITARY GERMAN FLINTLOCK FOWLER BY SCHURIR WITH SPANISH BARREL BY DIEGO ESQUIBEL .65CAL is priced at $4,995.99 and listed in Single Shot. Check current availability

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