The Indian Toradar is a historic matchlock musket that evolved from 16th-century European designs, remaining a signature firearm of South Asian heritage through the 19th century. This piece reflects the robust construction and elegant lines typical of the Raj period, featuring the traditional long-barrel profile and manual ignition system.

This specific unit showcases a 57" barrel with a ¾ caliber bore, featuring gold floral decorations and multi-brass bands that secure the steel to a wood stock with a distinct pentagonal butt. It is preserved in good honest condition with a natural aged patina and historical steel fittings, though the junction between the barrel and stock is delicate and currently reinforced with cable ties.

The musket is accompanied by a new wooden shipping crate padded with foam for secure transport. It serves as a magnificent display example for an early firearm collection, though it is not recommended for firing due to its antique status and internal bore wear.

• Model: S58 Indian Matchlock Torador
• Type: Muzzleloader
• Caliber / Bore / Gauge: Approx .75 Cal
• Barrel Length: 57"
• Overall Length: 76"
• Action: Flintlock
• Safety: N/A
• Ejectors: N/A
• Chambers: N/A
• Chokes: N/A
• Rib: N/A
• Stock Material: Wood
• Barrel Type: Muzzleloader
• Length of Pull (LOP): N/A
• Length of Pull to Wood (LOP to Wood): N/A
• Cast: N/A
• Drop at Comb (DAC): N/A
• Drop at Heel (DAH): N/A
• Stock: N/A
• Palm Swell: N/A
• Seller Inventory #: N-6944
• Price: $1800
• License Needed: Pre-1899
• Country of Make: India
• Year of Make: 1900
• Weight: 8 lbs 11.0 oz