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My latest daydream: A Kibler escopeta ...
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It's a replica of an early 18th century spanish military musket
The earliest Spanish musket commonly known of is the model 1752, which used a French style lock and 3 barrel bands similar to the French arms. The same style was changed back to a miquelet style in 1791. The lock on this particular musket seems to be copied from a Catalan civilian fowler from the early 19th century. Unfortunately there isn’t much written on early Spanish martial guns other than Brinckerhoff & Chamberlain’s 1972 work.
The pictures are first the India copy, the second the 1800 fowler, the third the 1791 lock.
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Here Is a Miquelet carbine dated 1789 which has very similar features to the loyalist arms reproduction.
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Except the 2 barrel bands (common) and the different shape of the lock plate. And it’s certainly not early 18th century. Cut that stock to a Catalan style and it would be more believable as an early pre 1752 musket.
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Gets more than the Russian Fur traders before they sold Alaska But I made one just for the novelty and to 'Restore' an original belt hook. Escopetas ? Si por ke ? not !
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I sent Loyalist an e-mail regarding their miquelet musket. Will report. Shout out to Ashton. 
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Left Hand? Wow!
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Just imagine if the Olde Russia had held onto Alaska! And to think they called the purchase "Seward's Folly"!
Loyalist is out of their Model 1706 miquelet musket. Looks like second quarter of 2025 at the earliest.
Thanks for your reconnaissance, Bill. I was worried they'd have them now and I'd give into my desire to buy one!
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I'm guessing Loyalist and the other importers have specific companies in India they work with?? Would be cool if someone got a contract and had a factory do a "run" of them to satisfy what seems to be a nascent demand for them! Who knew? Hope Veteran Arms, Loyalist, Middlesex, etc. are watching!I sent Loyalist an e-mail regarding their miquelet musket. Will report. Shout out to Ashton.
From my files here are some great articles on the Spanish Miquelet lock ... and the Spanish Escopeta!
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I had an old rough lock perhaps Algerian So I used an old shotgun Barrel & stocked it Catalonian style. Mostly made it to set an original Belt Hook into context but did shoot it.
Good on yer Bill .
Looks I repeated my ealrier post Oh well
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Dale to the rescue! Thanks for those links my friend.
Rudyard, I'll read your posts even if you post them four times.
Rudyard, I'll read your posts even if you post them four times.
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I only know Loyalist Arm from long association on other matters but Do know they offer good work & take care .I'm guessing Loyalist and the other importers have specific companies in India they work with?? Would be cool if someone got a contract and had a factory do a "run" of them to satisfy what seems to be a nascent demand for them! Who knew? Hope Veteran Arms, Loyalist, Middlesex, etc. are watching!
As for dealing with Indian makers Iv'e had a Lot of dealings . The artisans CAN produce wonderful guns & items related . But its the Merchant who can read & speak English that cant resist nickel & dimeing (Read' Rupee & Nie Pise ing' )them down so quality suffers . You Pay Pea Nuts you get Monkeys so to speak .Having sat with them hours in a shop more like a cave developing locks Their tools are the most basic yet their skill is wonderful' I helped I think a bit with my occasional guidance. A Biscuit tin & clay hearth , charcoal for fuel , one hammer needed a knock every time required to stop the head comeing of . For case hardening they sent a boy who came back through the street (Crowded Street needless to add ) come back with a little paper bag full of Cyanide !. Bit of wind ,trip over a Saddoo and half the street would be a gonner But he didn't . Think about that when you grizzle about quality ..
PS, A Sadou is a Holy man they squat in the streets all dusty & painted looking for arms.
Regards Rudyard
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ARMS?!?! Do you mean alms?
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Alms of course ,But They cant spell just know stuff like" Baksheesh " Sahib "Baksheesh" '. With lower cost cremation's on the Ghats the river sharks tidy up the rare bits shoved into the Gangees but there not Canabals . I do tend to make the odd spelling error , But Pobodies Nerfect .ARMS?!?! Do you mean alms?
Cheers Rudyard
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That sounds like an amazing daydream! A Kibler escopeta would be a real treasure—such craftsmanship and history in one piece. Whether you’re imagining the smooth lines, the intricate details, or the way it feels in your hands, it’s the kind of dream that any firearm enthusiast can appreciate. Have you looked into the specifics of a Kibler escopeta, or is it more about the idea of owning something that blends heritage with quality?
Nate, no, I have not messaged Jim Kibler about the escopeta project, but probably should mention it -- if he hasn't seen this thread. Can't hurt, can it?
And welcome to the forum!
And welcome to the forum!
