Lightwood Shotgun Cartridge Loading Machine L: 10cm W: 6

L: 10cm W: 6

all original tool in good condition

Engraved with initials T

Also included are the associated martingale and breaching straps

and both of whom had devised

Lightwood Shotgun Cartridge Loading Machine L: 10cm W: 6Magnificent Lightwood & Son of Birmingham shotgun cartridge manufacturing machine or turnover lathe. A rare survivor from the Victorian era, this very heavy and ornate cast iron machine is sought after by collectors. Patent No. 2562 dated 20 February 1886. Foot treadle and leather belt are all original. Small box of spare roll turnover heads in different calibres including some pinfire are included. It comes apart into 7 parts for transportation.