This video showcases the Darne "Canardière Portative", a rare shoulder-fired punt gun from the era of market hunting. The presenter details its history, features, and the context of its use in harvesting waterfowl. While larger punt guns were boat-mounted, this smaller variant offered shoulder-firing capability, albeit with significant recoil requiring a rope breeching rig for stabilization. The gun's design, including its rolling block action and substantial barrel length, highlights the specialized nature of early waterfowl hunting equipment.
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