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Discover a rare example of historical weaponry – a Spanish tromblon with a Spanish-Moorish lock from the 1850s! ?️ This impressive weapon, combining Spanish craftsmanship and Moorish artistic design, is a true masterpiece of its time. It will become the centerpiece of your collection, giving it a unique flavor and historical depth. Don’t miss the opportunity to own this rare artifact! ⚔️

The tromblon (from the Spanish“trabucón“), aka mousqueton, is a type of short-barreled weapon with an enlarged muzzle that allowed it to be easily loaded with shot or other small objects. Such weapons became popular in Europe in the XVII-XVIII centuries, especially among travelers, caravan guards and in fleets. At first, trombloons were small cannons, but over time the term was applied to short-barreled guns that had a wider muzzle for loading buckshot. The shorter barrel made the weapon lighter, but less accurate, which was compensated for by a larger target area. The blunderbuss was often used in cavalry, navy and boarding parties, where it was fired almost point-blank.

Tromblons were widely used not only in Spain but also in many other European countries. They were particularly effective at short range and were used for self-defense or defense against robbers. In the 19th century, trombloons were gradually phased out due to the development of more accurate and powerful firearms.

Historical Background:

This tromblon is branded on the muzzle of the barrel with Fabrica de Toledo.

Fabrica de Tol edo is a renowned Spanish armory located in the city of Toledo, which has a long history of producing edged weapons, especially swords and swords. Weapon making in Toledo dates back to Roman times, and the city has been known for its master gunsmiths for centuries.

In the 18th century, King Charles III founded the royal arms factory Fábrica Nacional de Armas de Toledo, which helped to modernize production processes and improve the quality of products. The products made at this factory were characterized by high durability, sharpness and elegant design, which made them popular among both military and collectors.

Испанский Тромблон с Испано-Мавританским замком 1850-е годы

Toledo was also famous for a special technique of blade making – damascening, which involved the use of steel with different properties that were combined to create a strong and elastic blade with a characteristic pattern.

Even today, when the factory no longer functions as a major arms manufacturer, Toledo remains synonymous with craftsmanship in the creation of edged weapons, and products under the Fabrica de Toledo brand are highly prized among antique arms collectors.

The Spanish-Moorish castles are outstanding historical structures from the period when the Iberian Peninsula was under Moorish rule(8th-15th centuries). They combine architectural elements common to both Moorish and European castles.
These fortifications were characterized by massive stone walls, crenellated towers and minimalist decoration that emphasized their defensive function. Castles were often located on high hills or cliffs, providing strategic control over the surrounding area.
One of the most famous examples of Spanish-Moorish architecture is the Alhambra in Granada, a majestic palace and fortification complex that combines the luxury of the Moorish style with the rigor of European fortification.

Spanish-Mauritanian castles are important historical monuments testifying to the complex cultural interaction between Christian and Muslim civilizations on the Iberian Peninsula. They are still symbols of former power and grandeur and are objects of Spanish national pride.

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Collection	от коллекционеров из Украины
by dating	19 век
by country and region	Европа, Испания
by type	Мушкетон
by type of troops	Другие

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от коллекционеров из Украины