NFM - The Devil's Shotgun - NRA Museum Curator's Corner
This video explores the 'Devil's Shotgun,' a double-barrel percussion shotgun by Brun of Paris, displayed at the National Firearms Museum. It highlights the firearm's intricate artistry, including demonic and impish engravings that earned its nickname. The discussion delves into the historical context of its display at the 1849 Exposition Universelle in Paris and the symbolic meanings behind its decorative elements, such as the humiliation depicted by a figure riding a donkey backwards and the satirical use of the kister syringe. The craftsmanship extends to its French-fitted case and unique whalebone ramrod, showcasing it as an exceptional piece of 19th-century artistry and engineering.
