About Armand Barnevelt
Armand Barnevelt was a designer and gunsmith.
Armand Barnevelt (died c. 7 November 1661 ) was a Dutch gunsmith. He is known for his weapons made in England, where he immigrated around 1642. He is mostly known as Harman Barnes (or Barne).
Kalthoff-style repeater c. 1650 A magazine firearm made around 1650 is signed Harman Barne Londini, though lacks marks of proof. It can be assumed Armand made this weapon in London, though it is also possible he imported it from Holland. The weapon likely did not reach a finished state until 1651, as Barnevelt was in prison for a at least a year after 1649.
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Who was Armand Barnevelt?
17th Century Dutch Gunsmith
When was Armand Barnevelt born?
Armand Barnevelt was born in Netherlands.
When did Armand Barnevelt die?
Armand Barnevelt died on 7 November 1661.
What was Armand Barnevelt's occupation?
Armand Barnevelt was a designer and gunsmith.
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