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Dug this today. What do you think? All I could come up with is a makeshift button. Arty
 

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Just a guess, but how about a hand made raul for a spur.
 
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That looks like a Buzzer :icon_thumleft:

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From- Neumann/Kravic Encyclopedia of the American Revolution pg 127

(10-12) "Buzzers" Made by pounding a musket ball flat; wound on string through the holes, it spun when released.
 
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Well I wouldn't of thought of that. It is made of lead and looks to be a match. Thanks for the info Bramblefind. Arty
 
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