Collectible Firearms and Edged Weapons Kristopher Gasior and Kasia Matuszewska-Gasior P.O. Box 8327 Fredericksburg, VA 22404-8327 USA KGasior@aol.com (All the emails with attachments or pictures sent to our email addresses are deleted due to the computer virus epidemic).

Cartridge Antique Rifles

Albini-Braendlin Beaumont Berdan Chassepot Comblain Dreyse Experimental Gras

Guedes Jarmann Krag-Joergensen Kropatschek Kynoch Lebel Lee Mosin-Nagant

Murata Peabody Podewils Roberts Schmidt Rubin Snider Tabatiere

Terssen Vetterli Wanzel Werder Werndl Whitney

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Albini-Braendlin

Model, Price, Number & Pictures	Description & Condition
Belgian M.1867/1901 Albini-Braendlin Fortress Artillery Carbine Caliber: 11.4 x 42 mm, rimmed Price: $1975 Inventory # arc_0075 Pictures:	DESCRIPTION: Scarce Belgian M.1867/1901 Albini-Braendlin single shot breech loading carbine converted from the M.1853 percussion system. In 1901 many surviving Albini-Braendlin infantry rifles were adapted by fortress artillery. Barrels and stocks were shortened, and the nose cap was discarded. The carbine is still in its original caliber, unlike many similar rural gendarmerie carbines that were smooth bored to about 13 mm. The carbine still utilizes the breech with a locking bolt attached to the hammer-body. Two steel barrel bands configuration without a nose cap. Steel receiver. Adjustable rear sights. Ramp and leaf sight graduated to 900 meters. The barrel displays a date, "1868". Overall length: 45.25 inch. Barrel length: 26.5 inch. CONDITION: Overall, in NRA antique excellent condition. The barrel and barrel bands have about 82% of blue finish. Other metal parts came with polished steel finish. The blue finish was most likely added when the rifle was converted to a breech loader (M.1853 percussion rifle was finished in polished steel). The rifle shows only minor finish wear. All the internal parts of the carbine are in fine condition, with no visible wear. All the markings and numbers on the metal are clearly visible. The stock is in original oil finish, with very few handling marks. Bore is in excellent condition, with strong rifling. Mechanically, the carbine is in excellent condition with crisp, strong action. Missing the cleaning rod. Matching serial numbers. Scarce, Belgian breech loading carbine in very collectible condition! Serial# 3X.
Beautiful Belgian Albini-Braendlin Musket Caliber: 9 mm (?) Price: $2975 Inventory # arc_0026 Pictures:	DESCRIPTION: Fantastic quality military-style musket. Possibly, a Belgian military cadet gun. Miniature of the full-size military rifle in approximately 75% scale. Rifles of similar dimensions were used by military academies all over Europe. Smoothbore. This musket would fire both 9 mm ammo and shotgun shells. Typical Albini-Braendlin trapdoor-type action. Interesting combination of brass receiver and steel trapdoor. Perfect machining and fitting of all parts! Swiss style butt plate. Military style rear sight. Complete with cleaning rod. Matching serial numbers. CONDITION: Excellent with about 95% of blue, turning to patina in some places. Bore is in excellent condition with shiny, smooth walls. The action works fine. All the internal parts of the musket are in excellent condition, with no visible wear. Very smooth stock is in original finish with only some minor handling marks and dings. The wood is free of cracks. Very scarce and beautiful Albini-Braendlin musket. Impressive quality!

Beaumont

Model, Price, Number & Pictures	Description & Condition
Dutch Beaumont M. 1871/88 Infantry Rifle Caliber: 11.3 x 50 mm, rimmed Price: $750 Inventory # arc_0543 Pictures:	DESCRIPTION: Dutch Beaumont M. 1871/88 infantry rifle in all original condition! This is a bolt action repeater with Vitali patent box magazine. The rifle features a turning bolt mechanism developed by a famous Dutch gunmaker, Beaumont of Maastricht. The design may have been inspired by the French Chassepot needle rifle. The rifle has a unique V-type leaf striker spring in the hollow two piece bolt handle. Beaumont rifle was developed to replace Dutch Snider conversions. The rifle was manufactured in 1877, as indicated by markings on the chamber. The right side of the buttstock displays a cartouche with Dutch royal letter, "Crown over W, Maastricht 1877". There are also several smaller Dutch markings stamped on the stock in various places. The receiver displays crisp maker's markings, "P. STEVENS, MAASTRICHT". All matching serial numbers ( the matching serial numbers are stamped on the receiver, the bolt body, the head of the bolt, the bolt cocking piece, rear sight and the magazine follower). The conversion date and number are stamped on the buttplate, "1890 3265". Matching conversion number, "3265" is also stamped on the left side of the chamber (please, see pictures). The cleaning rod is missing. CONDITION: Fine+. The rifle was originally manufactured with polished steel finish. In its present condition, the rifle is covered mostly by uncleaned light patina. The magazine has a blue finish (correct). Stock is in excellent condition, with original finish and some light dings, scratches and handling marks. The stock is free of cracks. The bore is in excellent condition with strong and shiny rifling. Strong action. All the internal parts of the rifle are in excellent condition, with no visible wear. All the markings are clearly visible on both, wood and metal. The rifle is in all original, uncleaned condition. Careful cleaning would greatly improve the condition of the rifle. Very nice Dutch Beaumont rifle! Serial# P6XX. (For a correct socket bayonet, please add $250).
Dutch Beaumont M. 1871/88 Infantry Rifle Caliber: 11.3 x 50 mm, rimmed Price: $795 Inventory # arc_0542 Pictures:	DESCRIPTION: Dutch Beaumont M. 1871/88 infantry rifle in all original condition! This is a bolt action repeater with Vitali patent box magazine. The rifle features a turning bolt mechanism developed by a famous Dutch gunmaker, Beaumont of Maastricht. The design may have been inspired by the French Chassepot needle rifle. The rifle has a unique V-type leaf striker spring in the hollow two piece bolt handle. Beaumont rifle was developed to replace Dutch Snider conversions. The rifle was manufactured in 1872, as indicated by markings on the chamber. The right side of the buttstock displays a cartouche with Dutch royal letter, "Crown over W, Maastricht 1873". There are also several smaller Dutch markings stamped on the stock in various places. The receiver displays fading maker's markings, "P. STEVENS, MAASTRICHT". All matching serial numbers ( the matching serial numbers are stamped on the receiver, the bolt body, the head of the bolt, the bolt cocking piece, rear sight and the magazine follower). Complete with the cleaning rod. CONDITION: Fine+. The rifle was originally manufactured with polished steel finish. In its present condition, the rifle is covered mostly by uncleaned light patina. The buttplate shows some dark brown patina. The magazine has a blue finish (correct). Stock is in excellent condition, with original finish and some light dings, scratches and handling marks. The stock is free of cracks. The bore is in excellent condition with strong and shiny rifling. Strong action. All the internal parts of the rifle are in excellent condition, with no visible wear. All the markings are clearly visible on both, wood and metal. The rifle is in all original, uncleaned condition. Careful cleaning would greatly improve the condition of the rifle. Very nice Dutch Beaumont rifle! Serial# F4XX. (For a correct socket bayonet, please add $250).

Berdan

Model, Price, Number & Pictures	Description & Condition
Imperial Russian/Austro-Hungarian Captured Berdan M.II Infantry Rifle Caliber: 10.67 x 58 mm, rimmed Price: $1475 Inventory # arc_0554 Pictures:	DESCRIPTION: Very impressive Imperial Russian single shot infantry bolt action rifle designed by US Army General Hiram Berdan. The rifle was patented in USA in 1870, and was adopted as a service weapon by only two states, Russia and Bulgaria. Some Berdan rifles, from the Russian army stock, were also shipped to Serbia. At the time, Berdan II was among the most powerful service rifles in the World. The rifle was known for its accuracy, simplicity and reliability. Berdan rifles were still in use during the World War One, as secondary weapons. Some Berdan rifles in the Imperial Russian army service were converted to 7.62 x 54 mm Mosin-Nagant caliber. Many Berdans were captured by Austro-Hungarians and Germans, and consequently, were reissued to their armed forces. This example displays an Austro-Hungarian property mark on the upper part of the butt stock, "W", indicating that the rifle was captured during the World War One. The receiver ring displays an Austro-Hungarian mark, "T" (Tiegelgussstahl?). The left side of the butt stock displays some kind of issue number, "025". Despite of a mass scale production (over 3 million rifles were manufactured in Birmingham, Izhevsk, Tula and Sestroretsk), not that many rifles of this type survived to these days. The Soviets sent most of the Berdan rifles to the steel mills as scrap metal, some were converted to sporting rifles and shotguns in the 1920/1930-s. Poland and Finland had many thousands of Berdan M.II rifles in 1918. This particular rifle was manufactured in Sestroretsk in 1884, as indicated by markings on the barrel. The receiver ring displays Imperial Russian Double Headed Eagle and Cyrillic letters, "PK". Mismatched serial numbers. Different serial number is stamped on the barrel, bolt and buttplate. No serial numbers are present on all the remaining parts, which is correct for this model of rifle. The rifle has long distance volley sights located on the leaf and on the front barrel band. The cleaning rod and front sling swivel are missing. CONDITION: Overall, in NRA antique low fine condition. Metal parts have about 75-78% of original blue finish, turning to uniform brown patina. Most of the blue wear is on the trigger guard and on the barrel bands. Some brown patina on the buttplate. Some peppering and/or light patina on the barrel. The stock shows numerous handling marks, dings and scratches. No cracks in wood. There are two small holes in the stock for the Mosin-Nagant type wire sling swivels (as used by Austro-Hungary, Finland, Spain and possibly some other countries). Bore is in excellent condition, with very strong and shiny rifling. The action is strong. Scarce Imperial Russian Berdan M. II rifle with Austro-Hungarian military markings! Serial# 102XX.
Very Scarce Imperial Russian Berdan M.II Dragoon Rifle Caliber: 10.67 x 58 mm, rimmed Price: $5500 Inventory # arc_0550 Pictures:	DESCRIPTION: Very scarce Imperial Russian single shot Berdan M.II dragoon rifle! Designed by US Army General Hiram Berdan. Berdan M.II was patented in USA in 1870, and was adopted as a service weapon by only two states, Russia and Bulgaria. Some Berdans, from the Russian army stock, were also shipped to Serbia. At the time, Berdan II was among the most powerful service rifles and carbines in the World. These dragoon rifles were issued primarily to the Imperial Russian dragoon units. Berdans were still in use during the World War One, as secondary weapons. Some Berdan rifles and carbines in the Imperial Russian army service were converted to 7.62 x 54 mm Mosin-Nagant caliber. Many Berdans were captured by Austro-Hungarians and Germans, and consequently, were reissued to their armed forces. This particular dragoon rifle was manufactured in Tula in 1887, as indicated by markings on the barrel. The receiver displays Imperial Russian Double Headed Eagle and Cyrillic letters, "PK". All matching serial numbers! The same numbers are stamped on the barrel, buttplate and bolt. No serial numbers are present on all the remaining parts, which is correct for this model. All the serial numbers are factory original, and they were not restamped. The rifle comes with a cleaning rod, which is not correct for this model. Overall length: 48.75 inch. Barrel length: 28 inch. CONDITION: Overall, in NRA antique fine condition. Metal parts have about 30-35% of original blue finish, turning to brownish color in some places. The barrel was over cleaned. The trigger guard and barrel bands were cleaned to white metal. Some light patina on the buttplate. There is also some light patina on the bolt. The bolt handle was crudely rewelded to the bolt main body (looks like an old field repair). The stock shows some usual handling marks, dings and scratches. Original finish on the stock. Bore is in fine condition, with strong rifling. Some darkness in the grooves. The action is strong. Very scarce Imperial Russian Berdan M. II dragoon rifle! Antique. Serial# 51XX.
Very Scarce Imperial Russian Berdan M.II Cavalry Carbine Caliber: 10.67 x 58 mm, rimmed Price: $7500 Inventory # arc_0549 Pictures:	DESCRIPTION: Very scarce Imperial Russian single shot Berdan M.II cavalry carbine! Designed by US Army General Hiram Berdan. Berdan M.II was patented in USA in 1870, and was adopted as a service weapon by only two states, Russia and Bulgaria. Some Berdans, from the Russian army stock, were also shipped to Serbia. At the time, Berdan II was among the most powerful service rifles and carbines in the World. These carbines were manufactured in very limited numbers at the Tula arsenal from 1874 to 1877. They were issued primarily to the Imperial Russian cavalry units, although some were also issued to the mounted artillery units. Some sources indicate that some Cossack units also carried Berdan M.II carbines, rather than Berdan M.II cossack rifles. Berdans were still in use during the World War One, as secondary weapons. Some Berdan rifles and carbines in the Imperial Russian army service were converted to 7.62 x 54 mm Mosin-Nagant caliber. This particular carbine was manufactured in Tula in 1877, as indicated by markings on the receiver, barrel and buttstock. There is a fading cartouche on the right side of the stock. The cartouche displays a date , "1877", Russian letters, "PK", and an Imperial Russian Double Headed Eagle. There are also some other, smaller Russian markings and stamps in the lower part of the stock. The receiver and barrel display Imperial Russian Double Headed Eagle and Cyrillic letters, "PK". The right side of the receiver ring displays the arsenal name, "Tula" (In Russian language), "Arrow", and "Crown over AP". The left side of the chamber and receiver ring displays a production date, "1877". The bolt displays two sets of, what I believe are, Imperial Russian cavalry regimental markings, "II K PK" and "I K ON". All matching serial numbers! The same numbers are stamped on the barrel and bolt. No serial numbers are present on all the remaining parts, which is correct for this model. All the serial numbers are factory original, and they were not restamped. The carbine comes with an original, carbine length cleaning rod! The latter shows correct early Tula arsenal markings, "Arrow", etc. Overall length: 38.75 inch. Barrel length: 18.75 inch. CONDITION: Overall, in NRA antique very good+ to fine condition. Polished steel finish with some occasional patina (there is not even a trace of the blue finish on this carbine, so I assume that it was manufactured with the polished steel finish; please, also note an early production date). Some brown patina on the buttplate. The stock shows some usual handling marks, dings and scratches. Original finish on the stock. The markings on the stock are fading, but still partially visible. There are two hairline cracks in the stock, on both sides of the receiver (please, see pictures). There is also a small screw hole in the lower part of the buttstock, for some kind of additional sling swivel. Bore is in excellent condition, with strong and shiny rifling. The action is strong. Very scarce Imperial Russian Berdan M. II cavalry carbine! Antique. Serial# 43XX.
Colt Factory Tool Room Prototype Berdan M. I Rifle Caliber: .577, rimmed Price: $2975 Inventory # arc_0082 Pictures:	DESCRIPTION: One of the kind Colt manufactured Berdan M.I rifle! The gun seems to be a tool room prototype manufactured only for testing of the Berdan M. I action. Perhaps, the rifle took part in the comparison trials against Snider. The rifle was most likely converted from percussion Enfield "two band" rifle to breech loading configuration in late 1860-s. Similar rifle was listed in the Enfield Pattern Room Catalog under the number RB 154. The front sights were probably never installed on the barrel, as the muzzle has still visible machining marks, and is lacking the final polish. English proof marks, "Crown over P", and "Crown over V" are stamped on the barrel. Various tool room numbers are stamped on all parts of the action. Two steel barrel bands with brass furniture (butt plate, trigger guard & nose cap). CONDITION: Condition of the rifle is fine, with finish on metal turning to pleasing light patina. Perfect, crisp action. Nice smooth stock, with few handling marks. Small, 1.75 inch hairline surface crack on the left side of the stock, between the barrel bands. Stock does not have any markings and seems to be in original finish. Bore is in excellent condition, with strong rifling. Complete with the cleaning rod. Very scarce! Overall length is 52 inch. Barrel length: 32.5 inch.

Chassepot

Model, Price, Number & Pictures	Description & Condition
Beautiful French Chassepot M.1866 Infantry Rifle Caliber: 11mm, combustible cartridge Price: $1475 Inventory # arc_0544 Pictures:	DESCRIPTION: Beautifully preserved French Chassepot M.1866 needle rifle! The rifle was manufactured at the Manufacture Chatellerault in 1871, as indicated by markings on the receiver and barrel. Chassepot M.1866 rifle was a French response to Prussian Dreyse needle rifle. The major improvement over the Dreyse mechanism, was Chassepot's gas-tight breech. This was achieved by adding the rubber seal to the front part of the bolt. Chassepot gave an excellent performance to the French troops during the Franco-Prussian War. The rifle displays a model designation, "M-le 1866" next to the manufacturer legend on the left side of the receiver. The French proof marks are stamped on the chamber. The left side of the chamber displays, "EM". Matching serial numbers are stamped on the chamber, bolt's main body, bolt's cocking piece and on the bayonet lug. The stock and cleaning rod display mismatched serial numbers. All the serial numbers are factory original and they were not restamped. The barrel bands, trigger guard and the buttplate display correct French manufacturer's markings. Fading cartouche is stamped on the right side of the buttstock. "Holy Water" plug is missing. The lower part of the buttstock displays a name, "S. Bildstein" (just behind the trigger guard). All steel furniture with two barrel bands. Ramp and leaf rear sight. Overall length: 51.5 inch. Barrel length: 32 inch. CONDITION: Overall, in NRA excellent condition. Very smooth, polished steel metal finish with traces of light patina. The stock is solid and smooth, with some handling marks and light dings. No cracks to the stock. Original finish on wood. Bore is in excellent+ condition, with strong and shiny rifling. The action works fine. All the internal part of the rifle are in excellent condition with no visible wear. All the markings on metal are crisp and clearly visible. The bolt's rubber seal is missing (the needle is still in the bolt). This is one of the nicest Chassepot needle rifle that I have seen recently! Antique. Serial# C312XX.
Scarce Prussian Issue Chassepot M.1871 Carbine (Aptierter Chassepot-Karabiner M/71) Caliber: 11 x 60 mm Mauser Price: $2795 Inventory # arc_0510 Pictures:	DESCRIPTION: Scarce Prussian military issue Chassepot M.1871 carbine. The gun was made originally as a Chassepot M.1866 needle rifle by the St. Etienne arsenal, as indicated by markings on the receiver and barrel. Chassepot rifles gave an excellent performance to the French troops during the Franco-Prussian War. Yet, the war was lost to the French and hundreds of thousands of Chassepot rifles ended up in hands of Prussian military and its allies. Consequently, the Chassepot rifles were reworked by Prussian arsenals to cavalry style carbines. The needle mechanism was abandoned and the guns were converted to fire 11 mm Mauser ammunition, which, at the time, was standard in Prussian army. The French markings and proof marks are still present on the receiver. The left side of the chamber displays Prussian Crown over "FW" (Frederick Wilhelm, King of Prussia). The same markings are stamped on the right side of the buttstock. The right side of the chamber displays several Prussian proof marks (Gothic letters under the crown, please see pictures). Several other Prussian proof marks are stamped on the receiver and bolt. Matching Prussian serial numbers (stamped on the buttstock, nosecap, barrel band, rear sight, chamber, bolt body and on the bolt cocking piece). Some parts are still displaying fading French serial, or assembly numbers. "Holy Water" plug is still in the buttstock, but it was over stamped with Prussian property marks (Gothic letter under the crown). The lower part of the buttstock also displays many German marks. The steel buttplate displays regimental markings, "L.C.X.243" and a number, "13". Ramp and leaf rear sight calibrated to 1500 meter. Full length cavalry style stock with no handguard. The carbine was manufactured with no provision for the bayonet. Complete with the cleaning rod. CONDITION: Overall, in NRA antique fine condition. 85% of blue finish turning to brownish color. Occasional light patina. The receiver and bolt are finished in white (polished steel), as they should be, and now show some scattered patina. Scattered brown patina and/or light surface rust on the buttplate. The stock shows the usual handling marks, dings and scratches. Some wear to the wood near the buttplate and in front of the trigger guard (please, see pictures). Small hairline crack in front of the barrel band spring, on the right side of the forestock. Bore is in excellent condition, with strong and shiny rifling. The action works fine. The internal parts of the carbine are in fine condition with no obvious wear. Scarce Prussian issue Chassepot carbine with many interesting markings! Antique. Serial# H897XX.
German Chassepot Sporting Rifle Caliber: 9 mm (?) Price: $1795 Inventory # arc_0124 Pictures:	DESCRIPTION: French Chassepot M.1866 needle rifle made in St.Etienne in 1869, converted to unknown 9 mm center fire caliber. The quality and style of the rifle indicates that the conversion was done in Southern part of Germany. The rifle was most likely captured during the Franco-Prussian War, and consequently sold on the commercial market in Germany. The barrel has a high quality 9 mm liner. The bolt head was replaced to accommodate for the new caliber ammunition. Double set trigger. Swiss style rear sight. Very fancy Schutzen style trigger guard with floral engraving. The same style of engraving can also be found on the receiver, bolt and butt plate. The barrel is finished in blue, while the receiver, bolt, trigger guard, rear sight and butt plate has very nice case coloring finish. Nice diamond checkering on both sides of bolt handle. The stock also displays diamond checkering at the wrist. The butt plate displays initials, "SL" (German gunsmith?). The stock was shortened to the half-stock configuration. Complete with old style commercial cleaning rod. CONDITION: Low excellent. The blue finish on the barrel is nice and crisp, and it was preserved in about 96%. The condition of the case coloring finish on the other steel parts is very much the same, except for the butt plate, that is slightly worn. Bore is in fine+ condition with a strong rifling. Strong and crisp action. The original military stock was reworked and refinished during the conversion works. The butt stock has some handling marks, that may be a result of an attempt to replace a firing pin in the bolt long time ago (please, see pictures). Small horizontal hairline crack on the left side of the front part of the half-stock (please, see pictures). Fading serial number on the stock. Antique. Very attractive, high quality sporting rifle!

Comblain

Model, Price, Number & Pictures	Description & Condition
Scarce Belgian M.1871/1883 Comblain Carbine Caliber: 11.4 x 50 mm, rimmed Price: $2475 Inventory # arc_0516 Pictures:	DESCRIPTION: Scarce Belgian single shot, breech loading Comblain M.1871/1883 military carbine (Mousqueton Comblain Modèle 1871/1883). Belgian government property mark is stamped on the chamber, "GB in the Oval" (Gouvernement Belge). The right side of the buttstock displays a nice Belgian military property cartouche with following wording, "Crown over L, E. O. H. D. 1871-83". This is a royal initial of King Leopold II. There are also four smaller cartouches stamped on the right side of the buttstock and on the forestock, most likely indicating Belgian government ownership of the carbine. A "Crown over HD" is stamped on the upper part of the receiver. Belgian Rampant Lion is stamped on the right side of the chamber. A date, "1889" is stamped on the left side of the chamber. Several other Belgian marks and proofs are stamped on the various parts of the carbine. Matching assembly serial numbers on the receiver and on the lever mechanism. No assembly numbers are stamped on all the remaining parts. The upper part of the steel buttplate displays, either a serial number, or an issue number, "Y1202". The carbine utilizes the breech with a locking block that moves up and down. The locking block is activated by a lever, which also serves as a trigger guard. One steel barrel band configuration with a nose cap. Steel receiver. Adjustable rear sights. Ramp and leaf sight graduated to 1000 meters (sighted for the new, higher velocity M.1880 cartridge). Complete with original cleaning rod. The carbine was manufactured with no bayonet lug. Overall length: 38.50 inch. Barrel length: 23 inch. CONDITION: Overall, in NRA antique fine+ to low excellent condition. 94% of blue is still on metal, turning to brown patina in some places. The buttplate shows some brown patina. The stocks are in original finish, with some handling marks, light dings and scratches. No cracks in wood. There are six small bug holes in the lower part of the buttstock. Bore is in excellent condition, with strong and shiny rifling. Mechanically, the carbine is in excellent condition with crisp, strong action. A very nice example of scarce Belgian military carbine! Serial# 62XX.
Scarce Belgian M.1882 Comblain Infantry Rifle Caliber: 11.4 x 50 mm, rimmed Price: $1875 Inventory # arc_0415 Pictures:	DESCRIPTION: Scarce Belgian single shot, breech loading Comblain M.1882 military rifle (Fusil d'Infanterie de la Garde Civique Mle 1882). This is most likely an export version of M.1882, as there are no Belgian government property markings stamped on the rifle. At least two countries, Greece and Peru, had purchased small quantities of M.1882 Comblain rifles (Brazil and Chile purchased slightly different Comblain rifles). The rifle utilizes the breech with a locking block that moves up and down. The locking block is activated by a lever, which also serves as a trigger guard. Two steel barrel bands configuration with a nose cap. Steel receiver. Adjustable rear sights. Ramp and leaf sight graduated to 1200 meters (sighted for the new, higher velocity M.1880 cartridge). The cleaning rod is missing. Matching contract serial numbers on the receiver and on the lever mechanism. No contract serial numbers are stamped on all the remaining parts. The right side of the receiver displays wording, "Comblain Brevete", over a serial number (the receiver displays both, a serial number and a contract serial number). The Liege proof marks are stamped on major steel parts of the rifle. A "Crown over JC" is stamped on the upper part of the octagonal part of the barrel. The maker's markings, "A. Francotte a Liege" are stamped on the left side of the octagonal part of the barrel. The right side of the buttstock displays a fading cartouche with unrecognizable wording and letters "JO" in the circle. Several other Belgian marks and proofs are stamped on the various parts of the rifle. The bayonet lug for the saber type bayonet is located on the right side of the front barrel band. Overall length: 49.50 inch. Barrel length: 34.50 inch. CONDITION: Overall, in NRA antique very good+ condition. 50% of original blue is still on metal, turning to brown patina in some places. There is scattered light surface rust and/or peppering on the blue. Some cleaning marks on the barrel. The blue on the barrel bands is almost gone. The buttplate has some brown patina. The stocks are in original finish, with usual handling marks, dings and scratches. Two small hairline cracks in the upper part of the buttstock, just behind the receiver tang (0.75 inch long, please, see pictures). There are two places in the forestock where some holes, or dings were covered with some kind of the wood filling material. Bore is in fine condition, with shiny rifling. Mechanically, the rifle is in very good condition with crisp, strong action. Scarce Belgian military rifle! Serial# 760XX.
Scarce Belgian M.1882 Comblain Infantry Rifle Caliber: 11.4 x 50 mm, rimmed Price: $1475 Inventory # arc_0414 Pictures:	DESCRIPTION: Scarce Belgian single shot, breech loading Comblain M.1882 military rifle (Fusil d'Infanterie de la Garde Civique Mle 1882). This is most likely an export version of M.1882, as there are no Belgian government property markings stamped on the rifle. At least two countries, Greece and Peru, had purchased small quantities of M.1882 Comblain rifles (Brazil and Chile purchased slightly different Comblain rifles). The rifle utilizes the breech with a locking block that moves up and down. The locking block is activated by a lever, which also serves as a trigger guard. Two steel barrel bands configuration with a nose cap. Steel receiver. Adjustable rear sights. Ramp and leaf sight graduated to 1200 meters (sighted for the new, higher velocity M.1880 cartridge). Complete with a cleaning, which may not be original to the rifle. Matching contract serial numbers on the receiver and on the lever mechanism. No contract serial numbers are stamped on all the remaining parts. The right side of the receiver displays wording, "Comblain Brevete", over a serial number (the receiver displays both, a serial number and a contract serial number). The Liege proof marks are stamped on major steel parts of the rifle. A "Crown over JC" is stamped on the upper part of the octagonal part of the barrel. The maker's markings, "A. Francotte a Liege" are stamped on the left side of the octagonal part of the barrel. The right side of the buttstock displays letters "JO" in the circle, along with some other unrecognizable markings. Several other Belgian marks and proofs are stamped on the various parts of the rifle. The bayonet lug for the saber type bayonet is located on the right side of the front barrel band. Overall length: 49.50 inch. Barrel length: 34.50 inch. CONDITION: Overall, in NRA antique good+ to very good- condition. The finish is mostly in white. Some scattered gray/brown patina. Some cleaning marks on the barrel and receiver. The buttplate has some brown patina. The stocks show usual handling marks, dings and scratches. One small hairline crack in the upper part of the buttstock, just behind the receiver tang (0.5 inch long, please, see pictures). Some small age cracks in the buttstock. Some wear to the forestock, just in front the receiver. Wood is partially covered with varnish. Bore is in fine condition, with shiny rifling. The rear sling swivel is missing. Mechanically, the rifle is in very good condition with crisp, strong action. Scarce Belgian military rifle! Serial# 771XX.

Dreyse

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Experimental

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Beautiful English Matthews Patent Rifle Manufactured by T. Mabbutt Caliber: .577, rimmed Price: $2975 Inventory # arc_0527 Pictures:

DESCRIPTION: Very scarce English Matthews patent breechloading rifle in a beautiful condition! The breech displays maker's and patent's names, "T. Mabbutt, Matthews Patent No. 8". The lock plate displays a date, "1868". There are numerous English commercial proof marks stamped on metal parts. Steel buttplate without a trap. Steel trigger guard and nosecap. Steel barrel rifled with three grooves. Military style adjustable ramp and leaf rear sights (calibrated up to 1000 yards). Three barrel bands. The rifle has two sling swivels. Complete with original cleaning rod. The left side of the barrel displays a number, "25" (a serial number?). Blue finish on the barrel and front and rear sights. Case coloring on the breech, hammer and lockplate. Polished steel finish on the barrel bands. CONDITION: Excellent+. About 98% of original blue finish is still present on the barrel. The hammer, breech and lockplate have a very nice case coloring finish. Very nice stock with only minor handling marks. Stock is solid with no cracks of any kind. All the markings and stamps are clearly visible on the metal. Bore is in excellent condition, with strong and shiny rifling. Mechanically, the rifle is in excellent+ condition with crisp, strong action. All the parts of the action are in excellent condition with no visible wear. Very high quality of manufacturing! Very nice and scarce English Matthews patent rifle! Overall length is 51.25 inch. Barrel length is 32.25 inch.

Gras

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Scarce French Gras M.1874/80 Carbine Caliber: 11 mm Gras Price: $1275 Inventory # arc_0515 Pictures:	DESCRIPTION: Scarce French single shot Gras M.1874/80 carbine. There is a number of variations of Gras carbines and musketoons. This carbine is 39 inch long and has a straight bolt handle. Made by Chatellerault Arsenal in 1881, as indicated by markings on the receiver and barrel. The model designation is stamped on the left side of the receiver, "M-le 1874 M.80". The name of the arsenal which manufactured the rifle, "Manufacture d'Armes Chatellerault", is also stamped on the left side of the receiver. French proof marks are present on the chamber and receiver. Matching serial numbers on the chamber, bayonet lug and on the stock. Mismatched serial number on the bolt. The right side of the buttstock displays a fading cartouche (please, see pictures). The left side of the buttstock displays a large letter, "E". There are also some other, fading markings on the buttstock. Two brass barrel bands configuration. Complete with a cleaning rod, which may not be correct for this model. Brass buttplate displays a large number, "40". Overall length: 39 inch. Barrel length: 20 inch. CONDITION: Fine. 70% of original blue is still on the barrel, rear sight and receiver. Some blue is turning to brownish color. Some light pitting on the barrel, along the stock lines. Solid stock in original finish with some dings and scratches. A "holy water plug" is still in the buttstock. Stock is free of cracks. Bore is in excellent condition with strong and shiny rifling. Mechanically, the carbine is in excellent condition, with crisp, strong action. All the internal parts of the carbine are in fine condition, with no visible wear. All the markings and numbers on metal are clearly visible. Nice example of French Gras carbine! Antique. Serial# A733XX.
French Gras M.1866-74 Infantry Rifle with Bayonet Caliber: 11 mm Gras Price: $1475 Inventory # arc_0509 Pictures:	DESCRIPTION: French single shot Gras M.1866-74 infantry rifle. Manufactured as a Chassepot M.1866 needle-rifle by St. Etienne Arsenal in 1874. The rifle was consequently converted to fire a metallic cartridge as "Gras M.1866-74" by the same arsenal in 1880, as indicated by markings on the receiver and barrel. The model designation is stamped on the left side of the receiver, "M-le 1866-74". The name of the arsenal which manufactured the rifle, "Manufacture d'Armes St. Etienne", is also stamped on the left side of the receiver. French proof marks are present on the chamber and receiver. All matching serial numbers, including the cleaning rod! The matching serial numbers are stamped on the chamber, bolt, buttstock, bayonet lug and on the cleaning rod. The right side of the buttstock displays a very nice St.Etienne arsenal cartouche with the "1875" date (please, see pictures). The "Holy Water" plug is missing. The left side of the buttstock displays a very nice St.Etienne arsenal conversion cartouche with the "1880" date (please, see pictures). There are also some other arsenal and military markings on the buttstock. Two steel barrel bands configuration. Buttplate does not display any regimental markings. Overall length: 51.5 inch. Barrel length: 32 inch. Complete with an original cleaning rod, leather sling and bayonet. The bayonet and scabbard have matching serial numbers (different than the number on the rifle). CONDITION: Low excellent. 95% of crisp blue on the barrel, rear sight and receiver. Fading finish on the barrel bands, trigger guard and buttplate. Solid stock with some dings and light scratches. Stock is free of cracks. Bore is in excellent condition with strong and shiny rifling. Mechanically, the rifle is in excellent condition, with crisp, strong action. All the internal parts of the rifle are in excellent condition, with no visible wear. All the markings and numbers on metal and wood are clearly visible. The bayonet is in overall very good condition. The tip of the scabbard and the quillon shows some pitting. The blade is nice and clean. The leather sling is in very good condition. This is the nicest French Gras infantry rifle with all matching serial numbers I have ever seen! Antique. Serial# FH368XX.

Guedes

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Jarmann

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Beautiful Swedish Navy M.1881 Jarmann Rifle Caliber: 10.15 mm x 61R (Jarmann) Price: $4500 Inventory # arc_0425 Pictures:

DESCRIPTION: Beautiful Swedish Navy M.1881 Jarmann rifle! The rifle was manufactured by Carl Gustafs Stads Gevarsfaktori in 1883, as indicated by markings on the barrel and receiver. Jarmann was among the first bolt action repeating rifles to be adopted in the world. It was designed by a Norwegian engineer Jacob Smith Jarmann. Several thousand of Jarmanns were manufactured to equip both, Norwegian and Swedish forces in the 1880-s (30,000 were manufactured for the Norwegian armed forces and 1,500 were manufactured for the Swedish Navy). The Jarmann rifle was a remarkably accurate rifle for its time. The rifle utilizes a bolt action and a Kropatschek-style 8-round tubular magazine under the barrel. Two steel barrel bands configuration with a nose cap. Ramp and leaf rear sight. A notch on the extended rear sight slider in conjunction with a stud on the middle band could be used for long distance ranges. Complete with original cleaning rod with a brass tip. All matching serial numbers (stamped on the receiver, barrel, bolt, buttplate, nosecap and on both barrel bands). No serial numbers are present on all the remaining parts of the rifle, which is correct for this model. All the serial numbers are factory original, and they were not restamped. The left side of the receiver displays the maker markings, "Swedish Royal Crown over C", production date, "1883", and Swedish military inspectors acceptance markings, "J.P" and "J.G.". The chamber also displays, "Swedish Royal Crown over C" and a production date, "1883". The lower part of the forestock has a brass regimental plate (with no markings). Overall length: 53.25 inch. Barrel length: 32 inch. Very scarce! CONDITION: Overall, in NRA antique excellent+ condition. 96% of crisp blue finish is still on metal. The rifle shows only very minor finish wear. Some light brown patina on the barrel bands, nosecap, buttplate and on the bolt. The stock is smooth, with only very few handling marks and dings. No cracks in the wood. Bore is in excellent+ condition, with strong and shiny rifling. Mechanically, the rifle is in excellent+ condition as well, with crisp, strong action. All the internal parts of the rifle are in excellent+ condition, with no visible wear. All the markings and numbers on metal are clearly visible. Beautiful example of Swedish M.1881 Jarmann rifle! This rifle is in difficult to upgrade condition! Serial# 7XX.

Krag-Joergensen

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Kropatschek

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Portuguese M.1886/89 Kropatschek Colonial Infantry Rifle Caliber: 8 x 60mm, rimmed Price: $795 Inventory # arc_0547 Pictures:

DESCRIPTION: Portuguese Kropatschek M.1886/89 colonial infantry rifle. Manufactured by Steyr in Austro-Hungary in 1886, as indicated by markings on the receiver and on the buttstock. The Kropatschek system was adopted by Portugal as, "Espingarda Kropatchek Modello 1886" to replace the single-shot Guedes, which by then was considered obsolete. Only about 49,000 of Kropatschek infantry rifles were ever manufactured. Many Kropatschek rifles were fitted with handguards in the Arsenal do Exercite in Lisbon in 1889. These rifles are known as "Espingarda Kropatchek Modello 1886/89". Some sources indicate that such modified rifles were issued to colonial troops in Africa and the Far East, in order to reduce the adverse effect of the radiated barrel-heat on the sight picture. Great majority of the Kropatschek rifles were altered again in 1896 to fire more powerful ammunition. This specimen was also modified, as indicated by rear sights graduated to 2,200 meter (originally, they were graduated only to 2000 meter). Kropatschek rifle had the smoothest action of any bolt action rifles of the period. It was the first military repeater manufactured in smaller, 8 mm caliber (11 mm was still a standard). The rifle was popular with the South African Boers and was used against the British during the Boer Wars. The Kropatschek rifles remained in front-line service of Portuguese military until about 1911. However, the rifles were continuously used by Portuguese auxiliary and native units in the first half of the twentieth century. Portuguese colonial native regiments used Kropatscheks in Angola and Mozambique against Imperial German Von Vorbeck`s colonial army in 1916-1918. The rifle was also used in World Ward Two in East Timor, against the Japanese and their local allies. Portuguese military used the rifle for the last time in the former Portuguese Indian territories of Goa, Damão and Diu to resist Indian invasion in 1961. Kropatscheks had a very long service life, with the last guns withdrawn from the Portuguese colonial forces in 1961. Until recently, Portuguese Kropatschek rifles were carried by Hawaiian king's guards for ceremonial purposes, as seen on some old photographs. Kropatschek rifles are difficult to find in collectible condition. Most of these rifle were refurbished by Portuguese arsenals, with both, metal and wood refinished. This rifle is in original condition, and it was not refurbished. The left side of the receiver of the rifle displays a Portuguese Royal Crown over "L I" (cipher of King Luiz I, who reigned from 1861 to 1889). The markings and cartouches on the stock are fading, but still partially visible. The right side of the buttstock displays a Steyr cartouche with the following markings, "M. 1886, OEWG, Steyr 1886". The left side of the buttstock displays a Portuguese Royal Crown over "L I". Several smaller markings and numbers are stamped on the lower part of the buttstock. Matching serial numbers, except for the bolt (the matching numbers are stamped on the receiver, barrel and on the stock; the bolt displays a different serial number; no numbers are stamped on all other parts of the rifle, which is correct for this model). All the serial numbers are original and they were not restamped. Correct style, straight bolt handle. Complete with the cleaning rod, which is so nice, that I suspect it is a modern reproduction. CONDITION: Fine. 85-88% of original blue finish is still remaining on metal. Some blue is turning to brownish color (mainly on the trigger guard). Some brown patina on the buttplate. Some light pitting on the barrel and receiver, along the stock lines (typical for these rifles, as their stocks were salt treated). Bore is in excellent condition with strong and shiny rifling. Strong action. All the internal parts of the rifle are in fine condition, with no visible wear. The stock shows some handling marks, dings and light scratches. Overall length: 52 inch. Barrel length: 32 inch. Nice example of Portuguese Kropatschek colonial infantry rifle! Antique. Serial# J6XX.

Kynoch

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Lebel

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Scarce German Lebel Zimmer Schutzen (Indoor Shooting) Rifle Caliber: 4 mm Price: $1795 Inventory # leb_0019 Pictures:

DESCRIPTION: French Lebel M.1886/93 military rifle made in Chatellerault, converted to 4 mm caliber for indoor target shooting. The quality and style of the rifle indicates that the conversion was done in Germany after the World War One. The rifle was most likely captured during the Great War, and consequently sold on the commercial market in Germany. The barrel has a high quality 4 mm conversion unit. The bolt head was replaced to accommodate for the conversion unit. Simple, fixed rear sight. European style, sporting front sight. German style, turned down "spoon" bolt handle. Very fancy diamond checkering at the wrist of the buttstock. All the steel parts are finished in blue. The forestock was shortened to the half-stock configuration. The model designation is stamped on the left side of the receiver, "M-le 1886 M.93". The name of the arsenal which manufactured the rifle, "Manufacture d'Armes Chatellerault", is also stamped on the left side of the receiver. All these markings are fading and difficult to recognize, which is a good indicator that the metal was refinished during the conversion to 4 mm. There are also some small French markings and numbers on the receiver and barrel. CONDITION: Fine+. The blue finish is nice and crisp, and it was preserved in about 96%. The buttplate shows some brown patina. Bore is in fine condition. Strong and crisp action. All the internal parts of the rifle are in fine condition, with no visible wear. The original military stocks were reworked and refinished during the conversion works. They show some handling marks, small dings and scratches. No cracks in the wood. The buttstock sling swivel was removed and replaced with a block of wood (please, see pictures). Antique. Very attractive, high quality German indoor target shooting rifle! Serial# 192XX.

Lee

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British Lee Enfield Mk. I Rifle with Parker Hale Mk.VII Target Rear Sight Caliber: . 303 Enfield Price: $1375 Inventory # ler_0098 Pictures:	DESCRIPTION: British Lee Enfield Mk.I military rifle converted to target rifle. The rifle comes with sophisticated Parker Hale Mk.VII target rear sight. The barrel was shortened about an inch, most likely to restore the crown. The handguard was either purposely removed, or was lost. Manufactured by Sparkbrook in 1897, as stated on the right side of the butt stock socket (antique!). The model designation is stamped below the maker name and a date on the right side of the butt stock socket: "L.E. I.". Complete with a single shot cut off and long range dial sight on the left side of the stock. The right side of the butt stock displays fading cartouche and model designation markings, "I". The chamber displays a large letter "E" and issue markings, "P/N/3". Ramp and leaf rear right. Original 10 round magazine. Correct style brass butt plate with a trap (the brass cleaning container is still in the buttstock). Correct style bolt with safety lever. The cleaning rod and receiver dust cover are missing (or were purposely removed). Some kind of the stacking hook was inserted into the cleaning rod channel in the nosecap (please, see pictures). CONDITION: Fine. 95% of original blue finish remaining on metal. Blue is turning to brownish color in some places. Couple of spots of light pitting on the barrel, behind the rear sight (caused by moisture collected under the handguard, which is typical for these rifles). The upper part of the buttstock has a large chip just behind the socket (please, see pictures). The right side of the forestock displays a small crack, caused by the single shot cut off. Some handling marks and minor dings are also present on the wood. All matching serial numbers. The serial numbers are stamped on the receiver, barrel and bolt. There are no numbers stamped on all the remaining parts of the rifle, which is correct for this model. All the serial numbers are original and they were not restamped. The bore is in very good condition, with strong rifling. Very smooth action. All the internal parts of the rifle are in excellent condition, with no visible wear. No import markings. Interesting long Lee Enfield target rifle! Antique. Serial# 199XX.
Scarce New Zealand Lee Enfield Club Pattern Range Rifle Caliber: . 303 Enfield Price: $975 Inventory # ler_0071 Pictures:	DESCRIPTION: This was originally MLE Mk1 303 rifle which was consequently converted to 'Range Rifle' or 'Club Pattern' configuration. The rifle was shortened 4 inches to comply with the British Commonwealth NRA rules after the SMLE was adopted in the early 1900s. Similar rifle is pictured in 'The Lee Enfield Story" by Skennerton on page 395. The right side of the butt socket is marked, "Royal Crown, V.R., BSA & M Co. 1898 LE1*". Both, receiver and buttstock displays New Zealand military property markings, "N, Arrow, Z". Brass buttplate with a trapdoor and armourer's "Sale Mark", "Arrow, S, Arrow" ("Serviceable when sold"). The same mark is also present on the receiver. Heavy pattern BSA manufactured 25 inch long barrel with "Stacked Rifle Logo" stamped on the chamber. The cocking piece mounted safety. The long range volley sights were removed from the rifle (both, front and rear), as they were found useless for the Commonwealth NRA range shooting. Complete with the receiver dust cover and magazine cut-off. The nosecap does not have a provision for the cleaning rod (the cleaning rod channel is still in the wood). The rifle is missing the magazine retaining link to trigger guard. Mismatched serial number on the bolt, as it is usually a case with range rifles. Overall length of the rifle: 44.25 inch. CONDITION: Very good+ to fine. 78% of blue finish remaining on metal. Some blue is turning to brown color. The nosecap shows some light surface rust. Solid stocks in original finish with usual handling marks, light dings and scratches. One arsenal repair on the right side of the buttstock, with a block of wood nicely replaced near the socket (please, see pictures). An inch long chip has broken out of the rear volley sight housing (on the left side of the forestock, please see pictures). The handguard has a couple of hairline cracks. The bore is in excellent+ condition with strong and shiny rifling. Very smooth action. No import markings. Hard to find example of an early British Commonwealth NRA target rifle. Antique. Serial# 45XXJ. (Ref. "The Lee Enfield Story", by Ian Skennerton, p. 395).

Mosin-Nagant

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Murata

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Scarce Japanese Murata Type 13 Infantry Rifle Caliber: 11 x 60 mm, rimmed Price: $2675 Inventory # arc_0428 Pictures:

DESCRIPTION: Scarce Japanese Murata Meji 13th Year Type single shot infantry rifle, also known as Murata M.1880. It was built by Koishikawa, Tokyo Imperial Arsenal. This was the first Japanese designed and built breech loading rifle. The rifle design was clearly influenced by Gras, Mauser and Beaumont rifles. It was a result of the Major Tsuneyoshi Murata trip to Europe and his visits to the major gun factories there. The rifle was manufactured neither with a safety, nor with an extractor. Matching serial numbers, except for the bolt. The matching numbers are stamped on the receiver, barrel, barrel bands, nosecap, buttplate, rear sights and on the trigger guard. Bolt displays a different number. No serial numbers are stamped on all the remaining parts of the rifle, which is correct for this model. The Imperial Chrysanthemum is still present on the chamber. Several Japanese characters are also stamped on the barrel and receiver, ("Imperial National Japanese Murata", "Tokyo Military Arsenal for Firearms" and "Meji Thirteen Year"). Ramp and leaf rear sight graduated to 1600 meter. One piece walnut stock with straight wrist. Two military style sling swivels. Bayonet lug is located on the right side of the front barrel band. Missing the cleaning rod, the rear sight leaf, the bolt retaining screw and the bolt handle cap screw. Overall length is 51 inch. Barrel length is 32 inch. CONDITION: very good+ to fine. 80% of blue turning to brownish color in some places. No pitting. The buttplate is covered by uniform brown patina. Stock shows usual handling marks, dings and scratches. No cracks in wood. Bore is in excellent condition with strong and shiny rifling. Mechanically, the rifle is in very good condition, with crisp, strong action. All the internal parts of the rifle are in very good condition, with no visible wear. All the markings and numbers on metal are clearly visible. Scarce, early Murata rifle! Serial# 213XX.

Peabody

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French Military Contract Peabody Rifle Caliber: 11 x 58R, rimmed (.43 Spanish) Price: $1575 Inventory # arc_0553 Pictures:	DESCRIPTION: Scarce French military contract Peabody rifle! French army purchased 34,530 Peabody rifles and carbines in the USA during the Franco-Prussian War. This was an emergency measure on the part of the French government. There was a serious shortage of serviceable rifles in the French army during the Franco-Prussian War, caused by both, huge losses on the front, and by the poor planning of French military strategists. The rifles chambered .43 Spanish cartridge, while carbines were in 56-52 Spencer caliber. All purchased guns were of 1862 pattern, with the external hammer. The purchase of Peabody rifles did not help French cause, as the Prussians were victorious. Some of the Peabody rifles may have been issued to the French soldiers, but most of them were either in French warehouses, or still on ships. All these rifles were consequently given to the Prussians as a part of the war reparation. The Prussians have sold the rifles on the commercial market, but not before marking them on the barrel and on the top of the receiver with their own commercial proof, "Crown over V" (please, see pictures). The rifle has an original Peabody manufactured round barrel. Correct, military style rear sight. There are following maker's markings on the left side of the receiver: "Peabody's Pat. July 22, 1862, Man'f'd by Providence Tool Co., Prov. R.I.". These rifles were manufactured without external serial numbers. Some assembly numbers are present on steel parts of the rifle. There are also factory markings and proofs on various metal parts. The rifle has a blue finish, except for the receiver, buttplate and lever that are finished in case coloring. Two military style sling swivels. Complete with a cleaning rod. CONDITION: Low excellent. 88-90% of original finish is still on metal. Some blue finish is turning to brownish color. Most of the wear is on the barrel bands, left side of the receiver and on the nosecap. The blue on the barrel is nice and even. Some metal roughness on the cleaning rod. The case coloring on the receiver and lever is fading and mixed with brown patina. The case coloring on the buttplate is worn and turns to even brown patina. Stocks are in excellent condition with only minor handling marks. The finish on the stocks is original. The factory markings are still visible on the wood. No cracks to wood. Excellent bore with strong and shiny rifling. Very crisp action. Very nice example of a difficult to find French contract Peabody rifle!
South Carolina National Guard Contract Peabody Saddle Ring Cavalry Carbine Caliber: .50 rimfire Price: $1675 Inventory # arc_0548 Pictures:	DESCRIPTION: Scarce South Carolina military contract Peabody saddle ring cavalry carbine! South Carolina purchased only 350 Peabody carbines in .50 rimfire caliber. Due to the exclusion of ex-Confederates at the time, the South Carolina National Guard was basically a "Black Militia". The left side of the buttstock displays a typical for the South Carolina National Guard contract low three digit issue number, "306" (I have examined three of these carbines in the past, and for some unknown to me reasons, all of them displayed an issue numbers in the "300" range). The front part of the left side of the buttstock displays a fading "WO" cartouche. The carbine follows the basic lines of the 1862 pattern, with the external hammer. Correct, military carbine style rear sight. Markings on the left side of the receiver, "Peabody's Pat. July 22, 1862, Man'f'd by Providence Tool Co., Prov. R.I.". These carbines were manufactured without external serial numbers. Some assembly numbers are present on the steel parts of the carbine. There are also factory markings and proofs on various metal parts. The carbine has a blue/brown finish. Military style walnut stocks. Saddle ring is attached to the left side of the buttstock. Manufactured with no provision for the cleaning rod. Overall length: 39 inch. Barrel length: 20 inch. CONDITION: Fine. 92% of original finish is still on metal. Some blue finish is turning to brownish color. Most of the wear is on the sharp edges on steel parts. Some handling marks and light scratches on the barrel. Stocks are very good condition with usual handling marks, dings and scratches. The finish on the stocks is original. The factory markings are still partially visible on wood. The upper part of the buttstock has a hairline crack, just in front of the buttplate. Excellent bore with strong and shiny rifling. Very crisp action. All the internal parts of the carbine are in excellent condition, with no visible wear. All the markings are clearly visible on metal. Nice example of a difficult to find South Carolina military contract Peabody carbine!
Very Scarce Japanese Issue Turkish M.1874 Martini-Peabody Rifle Caliber: .45, rimmed. Price: $2850 Inventory # arc_0538 Pictures:	DESCRIPTION: Very scarce Japanese issue Turkish M.1874 Martini-Peabody rifle in its original, .45 caliber. The rifle was manufactured by the Providence Tool Company, as indicated by markings on the left side of the receiver, "Peabody & Martini Patents, Man'f'd by Providence Tool Co., Prov. R.I. U.S.A.". The rifle is practically identical with the Romanian M.1879, except for the markings. The left side of the receiver does not display any markings. The left side of the chamber displays some letters, "WCS EGP". The buttplate tang and rear barrel band display Turkish military property markings, "Half-Crescent". Several steel parts of the rifle, including the receiver, display a letter, "W". Assembly markings are present on some metal parts. The upper part of the chamber displays some Japanese characters and a number, "76". The right side of the chamber also shows some Japanese characters (please, see pictures). Short lever action. Military style walnut stocks with two barrel bands. The stocks do not display any markings. Correct military style ramp and leaf rear sights with both, European and Arabic numeral calibration. Steel butt plate with diamond checkering. Complete with the cleaning rod, which seems to be a modern reproduction manufactured in a correct style. The buttstock sling swivel is missing. Overall length: 49.25 inch. Barrel length: 33 inch. CONDITION: Excellent. 95-96% of original blue finish is still on metal parts. The balance is in white, mixed with some brown patina. Some blue is turning to brownish color. All the internal parts of the rifle are in excellent condition, with no visible wear. All the markings are clearly visible on metal. Stocks are in excellent condition with some minor handling marks. No cracks in wood. Very good+ bore with strong rifling. Some darkness in the grooves. Very crisp action. Very nice example of scarce Japanese issue Martini-Peabody rifle!
Very Scarce Turkish Issue M.1874 Martini-Peabody Rifle Caliber: .45, rimmed. Price: $2675 Inventory # arc_0536 Pictures:	DESCRIPTION: Very scarce Turkish military issue Martini-Peabody M.1874 rifle in its original, .45 caliber. The rifle was manufactured by the Providence Tool Company, as indicated by markings on the left side of the receiver, "Peabody & Martini Patents, Man'f'd by Providence Tool Co., Prov. R.I. U.S.A.". The rifle is practically identical with the Romanian M.1879, except for the markings. The left side of the receiver displays a Turkish Sultan Abdulhamid II Tugrah ("Abdulhamid II, Ruler, Son of Abdulmecid, Always Victorious, Decorated War Veteran", reigned 1876-1909), over the Arabic serial number. The markings on the receiver are crisp. The left side of the chamber displays Turkish black powder proof marks. The buttplate tang, trigger guard and both barrel bands display Turkish military property markings, "Half-Crescent". The right side of the buttstock displays "Half-Crescent" over a fading Arabic serial number. Assembly markings are present on some metal parts. Short lever action. Military style walnut stocks with two barrel bands. Correct military style ramp and leaf rear sights with Arabic numeral calibration. Steel butt plate with diamond checkering. Complete with the cleaning rod, which seems to be a modern reproduction manufactured in a correct style. The buttstock sling swivel is missing. The trigger guard sling swivel is, most likely, also a modern reproduction manufactured in a correct style. Overall length: 49.25 inch. Barrel length: 33 inch. CONDITION: Fine+. 90% of original blue finish is still on metal parts. The balance is in white, mixed with some brown patina. Some blue is turning to brownish color. Scattered peppering and/or patina on the receiver. Most of the finish wear is on barrel bands, lever and trigger guard. All the internal parts of the rifle are in excellent condition, with no visible wear. All the markings are clearly visible on metal. Stocks are in fine condition with some handling marks and dings. No cracks in wood. Fine+ bore with strong and shiny rifling. Very crisp action. Very nice example of scarce Turkish military issue Martini-Peabody rifle!
Very Scarce Romanian Issue M.1879 Martini-Peabody Rifle with Bayonet Caliber: .45, rimmed. Price: $2375 Inventory # arc_0348 Pictures:	DESCRIPTION: Very scarce Romanian military issue Martini-Peabody M.1879 rifle in its original, .45 caliber. This was the first rifle adopted by Romanian army after the country declared independence in 1878. The rifle was manufactured by the Waffen- und Guss-stahl Fabrik, Witten an der Ruhr in Germany in 1879. The rifle is practically identical with the Turkish M.1874, except for the markings. The right side of the receiver displays a Romanian Royal Crown over the cartouche with wording: "ARMATA ROMANA, ARMA, Md. 1879". The rifle shows Romanian military issue markings stamped on the right side of the receiver and barrel, "Crossed Lances", "Royal Crown", "Arrow" and "Romanian Phoenix Rising from Ashes". The serial number is stamped on the right side of the buttstock, receiver and barrel (matching). The left side of the receiver and buttstock displays a crown over the maker's cartouche, "WITTEN 1879"(fading cartouche on the buttstock, please, see pictures). The markings on the receiver are very crisp. German assembly markings are present on all the metal parts. The buttstock is "decorated" with brass pins. Short lever action. Correct military style rear sights. Front barrel band with saber type bayonet lug. The cleaning rod is missing. Complete with original socket bayonet with quadrangular blade. Overall length: 50 inch. Barrel length: 33 inch. CONDITION: Good. The rifle was unprofessionally restored. The metal parts show, what seems to be, a worn cold blue applied over the surface that was not properly polished. Some light pitting and metal roughness under the reblue (mostly on the barrel). There are some filing marks on the barrel, near the muzzle. Stocks are in overall fair condition. A large piece of the forestock was replaced. The buttstock shows a couple of repaired cracks. Some filling material was used on the buttstock, near the receiver. A layer of varnish was added to the stocks' finish. All the markings on the metal are clearly visible. Fading , partially recognizable markings on the stocks. The bore is dark, but the rifling is still strong. Very crisp action. This scarce rifle is begging for a professional restoration! Serial# F.31XX.
Swiss Military Contract Peabody M.1867 Rifle Caliber: 10.4 x 38 mm, rimfire (Swiss .41) Price: $1475 Inventory # arc_0294 Pictures:	DESCRIPTION: Scarce Swiss military contract Peabody M.1867 rifle! Swiss manufactured round/octagonal barrel. The barrel displays several Swiss proof marks. There is a mark just in front of the rear sight, "Swiss Cross over V". There are also three proof marks behind the rear sight, "Swiss Cross over M", "Swiss Cross over R" and "U". The right side of the buttstock displays, "Swiss Cross over M". Correct, Swiss style rear sight. Markings on the left side of the receiver, "Peabody's Pat. July 22, 1862, Man'f'd by Providence Tool Co., Prov. R.I.". All matching serial numbers (the numbers are stamped on the barrel, forestock and buttstock). There are also factory markings and proofs on various metal parts. The rifle has a blue finish, except for the receiver and lever that are finished in case coloring. Two military style sling swivels. Complete with original cleaning rod. CONDITION: Low excellent. 85% of original finish is still on the metal. Most of the wear is on the barrel bands, buttplate and around the muzzle (bayonet wear). The blue on the barrel is even. Some case coloring on the receiver is turning to light patina. Stocks are in fine condition with few handling marks and a couple of dings. The finish on the stocks is original. All the Swiss markings are still visible on the wood. No cracks to the wood. Excellent+ bore with strong and shiny rifling. Very crisp action. All the internal parts of the rifle are in excellent condition, with no visible wear. Difficult to find Swiss contract Peabody rifle in very collectible condition! Serial# 62XX. (Ref. "Hand- und Faustfeuerwaffen. Schweizerische Ordonnanz 1817 bis 1975" , pp.77-79). (For a correct bayonet, please add $175).
Swiss Military Contract Peabody M.1867 Rifle Caliber: 10.4 x 38 mm, rimfire (Swiss .41) Price: $1175 Inventory # arc_0285 Pictures:	DESCRIPTION: Scarce Swiss military contract Peabody M.1867 rifle! Original, US manufactured round barrel. The barrel displays Swiss proof marks, just below the rear sight, "Swiss Cross over W". The right side of the buttstock displays, "Swiss Cross over M". Correct, Swiss style rear sight. Markings on the left side of the receiver, "Peabody's Pat. July 22, 1862, Man'f'd by Providence Tool Co., Prov. R.I.". There are also factory markings and proofs on various metal parts. All matching serial numbers (the numbers are stamped on the barrel, forestock and buttstock). The upper part of the buttstock displays fading cantonal markings (unrecognizable). The rifle was over cleaned. Originally it had a blue finish, except for the receiver and lever that were finished in case coloring. Two military style sling swivels. Complete with original Swiss cleaning rod. CONDITION: Fine. The rifle was over cleaned with some original finish still present on metal. There are some cleaning marks visible on metal. Some scattered light patina on the barrel, nosecap and front barrel band. The stocks were cleaned, but not sanded. All the Swiss markings are still visible on the wood. Stocks are solid with no cracks, but with some handling marks and a couple of dings and light scratches. Small chip in the wood near the cleaning rod channel. Excellent bore with strong and shiny rifling. Very crisp action. All the internal parts of the rifle are in excellent condition, with no visible wear. Difficult to find Swiss contract Peabody rifle! Serial# 46XX. (Ref. "Hand- und Faustfeuerwaffen. Schweizerische Ordonnanz 1817 bis 1975" , pp.77-79). (For a correct bayonet, please add $175).

Podewils

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Roberts

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Scarce Roberts Conversion Military Rifle Caliber: 58 Centerfire Price: $2175 Inventory # arc_0016 Pictures:

DESCRIPTION: Scarce Roberts conversion military breech loading rifle. The left side of the breech displays the patent name and patent dates, "Roberts Pat. June 11, 1867". The stock, barrel and receiver displays matching serial/conversion numbers, "4866" (the numbers on metal are stamped under the stock). The lower part of the barrel displays a word, "Rose's" (under the stock). The rifle was converted from an English Enfield-style percussion rifle to breech loading configuration in the 1860-s. The English maker, or retailer markings are still present on the lockplate, "Barnett, London". The Roberts conversion system was patented by US Army General B.S. Roberts in 1867. Most of the Roberts conversion rifles were manufactured by the Providence Tool Co., Providence, Rhode Island for the Roberts Breechloading Arms Company in New York. The Roberts conversion rifle was adopted by the State of New York in 1867. Some rifles of this pattern were shipped to France during the Franco-Prussian War. They were also purchased by the Fenians (I.R.B - Irish Republican Brotherhood) during the so-called "Irish Invasion of Canada". "Catalogue of The Enfield Pattern Room" describes similar rifle under the number RB150, as "a late model Peabody". The Roberts rifles are relatively scarce on the collector market. The rifle has two iron barrel bands. Brass buttplate, trigger guard, nosecap and counter screws' washers. Ramp and leaf rear sight calibrated up to 900 yards. There is a bayonet lug on the right side of the muzzle (for the saber type bayonet). Overall length: 50.25 inch. Barrel length: 30.75 inch. CONDITION: The rifle is in fine condition. The metal is covered by a mixture of original blue/brown finish and light patina. The stock was refinished long time ago. There are two small surface cracks on the left side of the stock, just below the receiver. The bore is in excellent condition with strong and shiny rifling. The action is very crisp. Mechanically the rifle is in excellent condition. The firing pin is a modern replacement (I have ordered it from a gunsmith who specializes in Peabody type rifles; the rifle came to me without a firing pin). All the internal parts of the rifle are in fine condition with no obvious wear. All the markings on metal are still visible. The cleaning rod and sling swivels are missing.. Scarce early breech loading rifle!

Schmidt Rubin

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Swiss M.1889 Schmidt Rubin Infantry Rifle Caliber: 7.5 x 53.5 mm, rimless Price: $695 Inventory # srr_0044 Pictures:

DESCRIPTION: Swiss M.1889 Schmidt Rubin military straight pull rifle. It was manufactured by the Bern State Arsenal in 1892 (the date of production was established based on the serial number). Matching serial numbers. Matching numbers are stamped on the receiver, barrel, bolt, magazine and rear sight. No numbers are stamped on all the remaining parts of the rifle. All the serial numbers are factory original, and were not restamped. The stock displays several small Swiss proof marks. The right side of the buttstock displays a Swiss cross in the shield. The rifle has a "privatization" mark on the chamber, "P21" ("privatized" in 1921). The upper part of the buttstock displays following markings near the buttplate, "7" (in a circle). Very high quality of machining and metal finish. Free floating barrel. Complete with original Swiss army brass muzzle cover. The latter displays Swiss army property markings. CONDITION: Fine+, with 90% of original blue finish remaining on metal. Most of the blue wear is on the magazine, barrel bands, buttplate and around the muzzle (bayonet and muzzle cover wear). The buttplate shows some brown patina. Nice and solid stock with some handling marks, light dings and minor scratches. No cracks to wood. All the Swiss markings are still visible on the stock. The rifle is covered by a layer of old varnish (both, metal and wood). Excellent bore with strong and shiny rifling. Mechanically, the rifle is in excellent condition as well, with a very crisp action. All the internal parts of the rifle are in excellent condition, with no visible wear. All the markings on metal are clearly visible. The plastic bolt handle knob is a modern Swiss replacement. Nice example of Swiss M. 1889 rifle! Serial# 490XX. Antique. (Ref. "Hand- und Faustfeuerwaffen. Schweizerische Ordonnanz 1817 bis 1975", p. 98, also in "Die Repetiergewehre der Schweiz" , pp.108-115).

Snider

Model, Price, Number & Pictures	Description & Condition
English Snider Enfield Pattern II* Rifle with Canadian Property Markings Caliber: .577, rimmed Price: $1475 Inventory # arc_0552 Pictures:	DESCRIPTION: Original three band English Snider Enfield Pattern II* infantry rifle with brass furniture. This is an early breech loader converted from the percussion rifle. Royal Crown, "VR" and "1861 Enfield." markings are present on the lock plate. Early government ownership mark, "Crown over Broad Arrow", is also stamped on the lock plate. There are also numerous other English markings on metal parts. The chamber displays model number, "II*". There is a nice cartouche stamped on the right side of the buttstock with following markings, "RM Enfield, Royal Crown, Broad Arrow over WD". "1" ("first class weapon") is also stamped on the right side of the buttstock. The left side of the buttstock shows Canadian government property markings, "DC" (Dominion of Canada). Correct style brass buttplate without a trap. Brass trigger guard and nosecap. The upper part of the buttplate displays some property/issue markings, "6 88". Early, non-bolted action without the latch on the left side of the breech. Steel barrel rifled with three grooves. Correct military adjustable rear sights. Three barrel bands. The rifle has two sling swivels; one under the front barrel band and one in front of the trigger guard. Complete with original cleaning rod. CONDITION: Excellent. 94% of original brown finish is still on metal. Occasional spots of light patina. Nice and smooth stock with some handling marks and light dings. Stock is solid with no cracks of any kind. All the markings and stamps are clearly visible on the stock and on metal. The right side of the brass nosecap shows some dents. Bore is in excellent condition, with strong and shiny rifling. Mechanically, the rifle is in excellent condition with crisp, strong action. All the parts of the action are in fine condition with no visible wear. The rifle is in all original condition. Very high quality of manufacturing! Nice, early English Snider Enfield Pattern II* military rifle! Overall length is 54.25 inch. Barrel length is 36.5 inch.
Scarce Afghan Snider Enfield Pattern III Rifle Caliber: .577, rimmed Price: $1475 Inventory # arc_0551 Pictures:	DESCRIPTION: Afghan two band Snider Enfield Pattern III infantry rifle. This was originally English made Enfield percussion rifle. Consequently, the rifle was converted to the Snider breech loader configuration at the Royal Afghan Arsenal in Kabul in 1883, as indicated by markings on the lockplate (an arsenal trademark and a Muslim calendar date, "1261"). The breech displays a number, "1471". The back of the barrel also displays some symbols. There are also numerous other Afghan markings on metal parts. There is no cartouche stamped on the buttstock. All steel furniture. Steel buttplate without a trap. Steel trigger guard, barrel bands and nosecap. English walnut stock. Strong, improved bolted action with the latch on the left side of the breech. Steel barrel rifled with five grooves. Military adjustable rear sights. The rifle has two sling swivels; one under the front barrel band and one on the trigger guard tang. Complete with original cleaning rod (with fading War Department markings). CONDITION: Very good+ to fine. The finish is mostly in white with some scattered light patina. The breech displays some dings and handling marks. There is some brown patina on the internal parts of the breech. The stock shows usual dings, scratches and handling marks. Stock is solid with no cracks of any kind. All the markings and stamps are clearly visible on the metal. Bore is in fine condition, with strong and shiny rifling. Mechanically, the rifle is in fine condition with crisp, strong action. The trigger guard was most likely replaced during the conversion (an extra space in front of the trigger guard was filled with a wooden block). The sling swivel in front of the trigger guard is missing. Scarce Afghan Snider Enfield Pattern III military rifle! Overall length is 49.75 inch. Barrel length is 31.75 inch.
Scarce English Snider Enfield Pattern II** Artillery Carbine with Canadian Property Markings Caliber: .577, rimmed Price: $1750 Inventory # arc_0526 Pictures:	DESCRIPTION: Original two band English Snider Enfield Pattern II** artillery carbine with brass furniture. This is an early breech loader converted from the Pattern 1858 Enfield percussion artillery carbine. Royal Crown, "VR" and "1862 Enfield." markings are present on the lock plate. Early government ownership mark, "Crown over Broad Arrow", is also stamped on the lock plate. There are also numerous other English markings on metal parts. The chamber displays model number, "II**". The breech is stamped with the War Department markings. There is a nice cartouche stamped on the right side of the buttstock with following markings, "RM Enfield, Royal Crown, Broad Arrow over WD". "1" ("first class weapon") is also stamped on the right side of the buttstock. The left side of the buttstock shows Canadian government property markings, "DC" (Dominion of Canada). Correct style brass buttplate without a trap. Brass trigger guard and nosecap. The upper part of the buttplate displays Canadian artillery regimental markings, "ART 293". The same number is also stamped on the left side of the buttstock. Early, non-bolted action without the latch on the left side of the breech. Steel barrel rifled with three grooves. Correct military adjustable rear sights. Two barrel bands. Complete with original cleaning rod. There is a Canadian one cent coin attached to the trigger guard. The coin was made in 1859 and displays a profile of queen Victoria. The avers of the coin was over stamped with a number, "159". CONDITION: Excellent. 94% of original brown finish is still on metal. Occasional spots of patina. Nice and smooth stock with only very minor handling marks. There is a small hairline crack on the right side of the stock, just behind the lock plate.All the markings and stamps are clearly visible on the stock and on metal. Bore is in very good condition, with strong rifling. Mechanically, the carbine is in excellent condition with crisp, strong action. All the parts of the action are in fine condition with no visible wear. The carbine is in all original condition. Very high quality of manufacturing! Very nice, early English Snider Enfield Pattern II** artillery carbine! Overall length is 41.75 inch. Barrel length is 24 inch.
Beautiful, High Grade English Snider Enfield Sporting Rifle Caliber: .577, rimmed Price: $2950 Inventory # arc_0525 Pictures:	DESCRIPTION: Beautiful, high grade Snider Enfield sporting rifle in all original condition! Judging the quality of finish, and checkering on the stock, the rifle was privately purchased by an affluent English gentleman, or by a high ranking officer. The "volunteer pattern", or "commercial pattern" rifles and carbines were sold by many British retailers, such as the Army & Navy Stores. The rifle does not display any maker markings. The short forestock may indicate that the rifle was manufactured by Gibbs. The lockplate displays a date, "1881". The breech displays "SNIDER PATENT" markings with "Arrow S" mark. English commercial proof marks are stamped on the breech, chamber and barrel. The stock is manufactured from a very nice grade of wood. The finish on the stock is of the highest quality (typical for English officer grade rifles). Beautiful diamond checkering at the wrist and on the forestock. Beautiful, high gloss finish on steel. Express rear sights calibrated for 100, 200 and 300 yards. Early, Pattern II style non-bolted action without the latch on the left side of the breech. Steel barrel rifled with 3 grooves. Brass buttplate without a trap. Brass trigger guard. The rifle was manufactured neither with barrel bands, nor with sling swivels. CONDITION: Excellent+. About 99% of original high gloss blue finish is still present on metal. Most of the blue finish wear is near the muzzle. Beautiful stock with some light handling marks and a couple of dings. Stock is solid with no cracks of any kind. The checkering is nicely preserved. The stock is in original finish. All the markings and stamps are clearly visible on metal. Bore is in excellent condition, with strong and shiny rifling. Mechanically, the rifle is in excellent condition with crisp, strong action. All the parts of the action are in excellent condition with no visible wear. The rifle is in all original condition. Very high quality of manufacturing! Overall length is 46.75 inch. Barrel length is 28 inch. Difficult to find Snider Enfield high grade sporting rifle in very collectible condition!
Very Nice English Snider Enfield Pattern III Short Rifle Caliber: .577, rimmed Price: $1575 Inventory # arc_0524 Pictures:	DESCRIPTION: Original two band English Snider Enfield Pattern III short rifle with all steel furniture. This is a newly manufactured breech loader, as opposed to Pattern I and II rifles that were converted from the percussion rifles. Royal Crown, "VR" and "N. A. & A. Co. Ltd. 1879" markings are present on the lock plate. Early government ownership mark, "Crown over Broad Arrow", is also stamped on the lock plate. There are also numerous other English markings on metal parts. The breech displays War Department markings. The right side of the buttstock displays a round cartouche with War Department markings (fading). Correct style steel buttplate without a trap. The buttplate displays War Department markings. Steel trigger guard and nosecap. Strong, improved bolted action with the latch on the left side of the breech. Steel barrel rifled with five grooves. Correct military adjustable rear sights. Two barrel bands. The rifle has two sling swivels. Complete with original cleaning rod. CONDITION: Excellent. About 98% of original blue finish is still present on the barrel. The finish on the barrel bands is starting to turn to a pleasing brownish color. The chamber, breech and lockplate have a very nice case coloring finish. Nice stock with some handling marks, dings and scratches (the biggest scratches are in the lower part of the buttstock). Stock is solid with no cracks of any kind. All the markings and stamps are clearly visible on the metal. Bore is in excellent condition, with strong and shiny rifling. Mechanically, the rifle is in excellent condition with crisp, strong action. All the parts of the action are in fine condition with no visible wear. Very high quality of manufacturing! Very nice English Snider Enfield Pattern III short rifle! Overall length is 48.75 inch. Barrel length is 30.5 inch.
Very Scarce Danish Navy M. 1853/66 Snider Rifle Caliber: 17.8 x 28 R RF Danish Snider Price: $3500 Inventory # arc_0421 Pictures:	DESCRIPTION: Very scarce Danish Navy M. 1853/66 Snider rifle. This was originally one of the five thousand percussion rifles ordered in Liege, Belgium by the Schleswig-Holstein rebels. After the 1848 rebellion, 2,540 rifles were fitted with two-edge hanger-bayonets at the Kronborg armory (1853-1855), and were issued to the Danish Navy as "M.1853". Consequently, the rifles were converted to Snider breech-loading system by the Copenhagen armory in 1866. Today, a Danish Navy Snider rifle is a difficult item to find on the collector market. There are only very few of such rifles in the USA. The lockplate of the rifle is marked with maker's markings, "Pirlot Freres a Liege". The upper part of the trapdoor displays a Danish Royal Crown. The lower part of the buttstock displays a nice cartouche (just behind the trigger guard). The left part of the stock displays regimental (?) markings, "1 C 108" (just behind the brass counter plate). There are also numerous Danish markings on metal parts, as well as on the stock. Matching serial numbers, except for the cleaning rod (matching numbers are stamped on the barrel, buttplate, counter plate, trigger guard and on the trapdoor; the cleaning rod displays a different number; there are no serial numbers stamped on all the remaining parts of the rifle, which is correct for this model). All the serial numbers are factory original, and they were not restamped. Original Dalhoff's curved rear sight made out of brass (calibrated from 300 to 900 meters). Steel barrel rifled with 5 grooves. Correct brass trigger guard, nosecap and butt plate. Walnut stock with massive cheek piece on the left side of the buttstock. Manufactured without barrel bands. All original configuration. CONDITION: Fine. The rifle has a correct polished steel finish mixed with some occasional patina. Some light pitting on the barrel, along the stock lines. Solid stock with some handling marks and dings. Some wear to the forestock, around the barrel keys. All the markings and stamps are clearly visible on the stock and on metal. Bore is in excellent+ condition, with strong and shiny rifling. Mechanically, the rifle is in excellent condition with crisp, strong action. All the parts of the action are in fine condition with no visible wear. Very scarce Danish Navy Snider rifle in all original condition! Overall length is 46.50 inches. Barrel length: 27.75 inch. (Ref. "Gamle Danske Militaer Vaben", by Th. Moeller, pp. 24-25).
Very Scarce Spanish Snider "La Azpeitiana" Short Rifle Caliber: 43 Spanish, center fire Price: $2750 Inventory # arc_0037 Pictures:	DESCRIPTION: Very scarce, Spanish Snider-type single shot breech loading rifle! The rifle was manufactured during the Carlist Wars, by one of the feuding factions. The barrel displays following markings, "La Azpeitiana". John Walter describes this model as, "Version Zouavos". The rifle displays a two digit serial number, " 39" (!), which may indicate that only very few guns of this type were ever produced. The rifle utilizes modified Snider patent hinged block action. Two barrel bands configuration. Steel receiver. Adjustable rear sights. The rifle has a saber bayonet lug on the right side of the muzzle. CONDITION: Fine. The metal is covered by about 85% of blue turning to uniform patina (never cleaned, or polished). The stock is in oil finish, with usual handling marks, light scratches and small dings. Bore is in excellent condition, with strong and shiny rifling. All the internal parts of the rifle are in excellent condition, with no visible wear. Mechanically, the rifle is in excellent condition as well, with crisp, strong action. All the markings and numbers are clearly visible on metal. Missing ramrod. Very scarce rifle, a veteran of the Carlist Wars! Overall length: 50.5 inch.

Tabatiere

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Terssen

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Scarce Belgian M.1777/1868/80 Terssen Engineer Rifle (Carbine) with Bayonet Caliber: 11 x 50 mm, rimmed Price: $2750 Inventory # arc_0519 Pictures:

DESCRIPTION: Scarce Belgian M.1777/1868/80 Terssen single shot breech loading military rifle converted from a percussion musket. The rifle utilizes the breech with a locking bolt attached to the trapdoor-body. The action can be opened by turning the lever located on the right side of the trapdoor. Two steel barrel bands configuration with a nose cap. Steel receiver. Ramp and leaf rear sight calibrated up to 1400 meters (resighted for the new, higher velocity M.1880 cartridge). Complete with original cleaning rod. Matching serial/assembly numbers on the receiver, trapdoor, barrel and on the rear sight. No serial numbers are present on all the remaining parts of the rifle, which is correct for this model. The lock plate displays an original production date, "JP over 38". The barrel displays a date, "1868"(most likely a conversion date). The right side of the buttstock displays a cartouche with following wording, "Crown over L, F. G. L. H. 1868"(King Leopold). Belgian government property mark is stamped on the chamber, "GB in the Oval" (Gouvernement Belge). Several other Belgian marks and proofs are stamped on the various parts of the rifle. Overall length: 53 inch. Barrel length: 34 inch. The rifle comes with M.1868 Terssen yataghan bayonet. The blade of the bayonet displays, "Crown over HD", and a date, "1869". Scarce! CONDITION: Overall, in NRA antique fine condition. The metal parts are covered with uniform light patina. Some surface roughness on the buttplate. The stock is smooth and solid, with some handling marks and light dings. No cracks in the wood. Minor wear in the cleaning rod channel. Bore is in excellent condition, with strong and shiny rifling. Mechanically, the rifle is in fine condition with crisp, strong action. All the internal parts of the rifle are in fine condition, with no visible wear. All the markings and numbers on metal are clearly visible. The bayonet is in overall fine condition. The blade is nice and clean. The scabbard shows some minor dents and some surface roughness. Nice example of Belgian M.1777/1868/80 Terssen engineer rifle with bayonet!

Vetterli

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Beautiful Italian M.1870 Vetterli Royal Carabinieri Carbine with Matching Bayonet Caliber: 10.35 x 47mm, rimmed Price: $2475 Inventory # arc_0522 Pictures:	DESCRIPTION: Beautiful Italian Vetterli M.1870 Royal Carabinieri carbine in its original single shot configuration. Complete with the receiver's dust cover, cleaning rod, leather sling and scarce socket bayonet attached under the barrel. The carbine was adopted by Royal Carabinieri in 1875. This is basically a longer version of the Vetterli cavalry carbine with a different style of the nose cap, buttplate, trigger guard and rear sight. Similar in length to M.1870 TS carbine. All matching serial numbers, including the bayonet! (the matching numbers are stamped on the chamber, bayonet and on the stock; no numbers are stamped on other parts of the carbine, which is correct for this model). All the serial numbers are factory original, and they were not restamped. The left side of the chamber displays maker's markings, "Brescia" and a date of production, "1887". The right side of the chamber displays a small "Crest of Savoy" and some proof marks. The upper part of the chamber displays Italic style letters, "P.P." (in the oval). All steel furniture. Correct short rifle style Vecchi-pattern adjustable rear sight calibrated from 100 to 1600 meter. Fixed front sight. Turned down bolt handle. Original, carbine style halfstock with massive steel nosecap. Two military style sling swivels, the first one is located in the lower part of the nosecap, and the second one is located on the extension of the trigger guard. The bayonet lug is located in the lower part of the barrel, near the muzzle. Correct style steel buttplate with a trap. The cleaning rod is still in the buttstock compartment behind the buttplate! CONDITION: Excellent+. The metal shows about 97-98% of crisp, original blue finish. The carbine shows only very minor wear to the sharp edges of steel parts. Some blue finish on the buttplate is starting to turn to brownish color. The bore is in excellent+ condition with strong and shiny rifling. Strong action. All the internal parts of the carbine are in excellent+ condition, with no visible wear. Beautiful, smooth and solid stock with only minor handling marks and a few small dings. No cracks to the stock. Original finish on both, wood and metal. All the markings on both, wood and metal are clearly visible. The bayonet is in excellent+ condition as well, with about 98% of original blue finish. The leather sling is still in very good condition. No import markings. All original condition! Antique. Overall length: 43.5 inch. Barrel length: 23.75 inch. Very scarce Italian Vetterli M.1870 Royal Carabinieri carbine in difficult to upgrade condition! Serial# AB49X.
Very Nice Italian M.1870/87 Vetterli Infantry Rifle Caliber: 10.35 x 47mm, rimmed Price: $975 Inventory # arc_0521 Pictures:	DESCRIPTION: Italian bolt action repeater with Vitali type box magazine. The rifle was manufactured at Brescia arsenal in 1873, as stated on the barrel. Consequently, the rifle was upgraded to the repeater configuration in 1893, as indicated by a date on the stock. The right side of the buttstock displays a very nice cartouche with a Royal Crown over a Crest of Savoy and wording, "DIRIP-e GENOVA 5T R2 1893". Small Crest of Savoy is stamped on the chamber (fading). There are also several other, smaller markings and proofs stamped on various steel parts, as well as on the stock. Matching serial numbers (the numbers are stamped only on the chamber and on the right side of the buttstock. There are no numbers on all the remaining parts, which is correct for this model). The numbers are factory original, and they were not restamped. The receiver dust cover was removed during the conversion to magazine rifle, as it was usually practiced at the time. All steel furniture. Correct Swiss-style adjustable rear sight calibrated from 275 to 1800 meter. Fixed front sight. Turned down bolt handle. Two barrel bands and a nosecap. Two military style sling swivels, the first one is located in the lower part of the rear barrel band, and the second one is located under the butt. The bayonet lug is located on the right side of the barrel, near the muzzle. Correct steel buttplate without a trap. CONDITION: Excellent. The rifle has about 96% of crisp, arsenal reblue (the rifle was refurbished when it was converted to the repeater configuration). The receiver and barrel bands have fading case coloring finish. Slightly fading blue finish on the buttplate mixed with some patina. Beautiful stock with only minor handling marks and light dings. The stock is solid, with no cracks. The finish on the stock is original, with all the numbers and markings clearly visible. Strong action. Excellent+ bore with strong and shiny rifling. All the internal parts of the rifle are in excellent condition, with no visible wear. Complete with original cleaning rod. This is one of the nicest examples of Italian Vetterli M. 1870/87 rifle I have ever seen! Serial# Q49XX.
Italian M.1870 Vetterli Cavalry Carbine Caliber: 10.47 x 37 mm rimmed Price: $1275 Inventory # arc_0382 Pictures:	DESCRIPTION: Scarce Italian Vetterli bolt action cavalry carbine (Moschetto M.1870) in its original single shot configuration. Complete with the receiver's dust cover and scarce socket bayonet attached under the barrel. The carbine was adopted by Italian cavalry in 1872. All matching serial numbers (the numbers are stamped on the chamber and on the stock; no numbers are stamped on other parts). The bayonet displays different serial number, which is almost always a case with these carbines. The left side of the chamber displays maker's markings, "Torino" and a date of production, "1882". The right side of the chamber displays a small "Crest of Savoy" and some proof marks. All steel furniture. Correct carbine style Vecchi-pattern adjustable rear sight calibrated from 100 to 1000 meter. Fixed front sight. Turned down bolt handle. Original, cavalry style halfstock with massive steel nosecap. Two military style sling swivels, the first one is located in the lower part of the nosecap, and the second one is located under the butt. The bayonet lug is located in the lower part of the barrel, near the muzzle. Correct steel buttplate with a trap. CONDITION: Fine. The barrel, front and rear sight and the bayonet show 88% of original blue. The receiver, bolt, dust cover, nose cap, trigger guard, sling swivels and the buttplate are covered with uniform brown patina. The bore is in excellent condition with strong and shiny rifling. Strong action. All the internal parts of the carbine are in fine condition, with no obvious wear. Solid stock with usual handling marks, dings and light scratches. No cracks to the stock. Original finish on both, wood and metal. All the markings on the metal and wood are clearly visible. The bayonet is in excellent condition and it fits very nicely on the barrel. No import markings. Antique. Overall length: 36.75 inch. Barrel length: 17.5 inch. Scarce Italian Vetterli M.1870 cavalry carbine! Serial# A96XX.
Scarce Swiss M.1881 Vetterli "Stutzer" Rifle Caliber: 10.4 x 38R, Rimfire. Price: $1295 Inventory # arc_0378 Pictures:	DESCRIPTION: Very scarce Swiss Vetterli M.1881 "Stutzer" rifle. This type of rifle was issued to Swiss sharpshooters (snipers) and can be distinguished by a double set trigger (please, see pictures). The rifle was made by Waffenfabrik Bern, and is accordingly marked on the left side of the receiver. The Swiss Cross is stamped just above the maker's markings. Interesting early military rifle with a high capacity tubular magazine under the barrel (12+1 rounds). All matching serial numbers (the matching serial numbers are stamped on receiver, barrel, bolt, rear sights, magazine lifter, nosecap and buttplate). There are no serial numbers stamped on all the remaining parts of the rifle, which is correct for this model. All the serial numbers are original and they were not restamped. The stock displays several small Swiss proof marks. The right side of the buttstock displays a Swiss cross over a shield with a letter "R" inside. The upper part of the buttstock displays following markings in the rectangular, "D8, Swiss Cross, C1". Saber type bayonet lug is located on the right side of the front barrel band. Swiss style buttplate and rear sight. Very high quality of machining and metal finish. Complete with original cleaning rod. CONDITION: Excellent. 96% of original blue is still on the metal. Some blue is starting to turn into brown patina. Nice stocks with some minor handling marks and light dings. Original finish on the wood. Excellent bore with strong and shiny rifling. Action works fine. Double set trigger works fine. All the internal parts of the rifle are in excellent condition, with no visible wear. Very scarce Swiss Vetterli Stutzer in collectible condition! Serial# 173XX. (Ref. "Hand- und Faustfeuerwaffen. Schweizerische Ordonnanz 1817 bis 1975" , pp.89-90, also in "Die Repetiergewehre der Schweiz" , pp.71-72).
Scarce Swiss M.1871 Vetterli "Stutzer" Rifle Caliber: 10.4 x 38R, Rimfire. Price: $1295 Inventory # arc_0377 Pictures:	DESCRIPTION: Very scarce Swiss Vetterli M.1871 "Stutzer" rifle. This type of rifle was issued to Swiss sharpshooters (snipers) and can be distinguished by a double set trigger (please, see pictures). The rifle was made by Waffenfabrik Bern, and is accordingly marked on the left side of the receiver. The Swiss Cross is stamped just above the maker's markings. Interesting early military rifle with a high capacity tubular magazine under the barrel (10+1 rounds). All matching serial numbers (the matching serial numbers are stamped on receiver, barrel, bolt, rear sights, magazine lifter, nosecap and buttplate). There are no serial numbers stamped on all the remaining parts of the rifle, which is correct for this model. All the serial numbers are original and they were not restamped. The stock displays several small Swiss proof marks. The right side of the buttstock displays a Swiss cross over a shield with a letter "D" inside. Swiss style buttplate and rear sight. Very high quality of machining and metal finish. Complete with original cleaning rod and Swiss army issue leather sling. CONDITION: Fine+. 87% of original blue is still on the metal. Some blue is starting to turn into brown patina. Nice stocks with some minor handling marks and light dings. There are two hairline cracks in the lower part of buttstock, just next to the buttplate (possibly, repaired as the buttstock feels very solid). Original finish on the wood. The forestock has original factory checkering. Excellent bore with strong and shiny rifling. Action works fine. Double set trigger works fine. All the internal parts of the rifle are in excellent condition, with no visible wear. Very scarce Swiss Vetterli Stutzer in collectible condition! Serial# 173XX. (Ref. "Hand- und Faustfeuerwaffen. Schweizerische Ordonnanz 1817 bis 1975" , pp.84-85, also in "Die Repetiergewehre der Schweiz" , p.49).
Very Scarce Italian Vetterli Training Rifle (made by Beretta) Caliber: 22 LR. Price: $1575 Inventory # arc_0324 Pictures:	DESCRIPTION: Very scarce, Beretta made Italian Vetterli training rifle in .22 LR caliber. There are only very few Vetterli .22 caliber training rifles on the market. The conversion was most likely done in 1945, as indicated by a date stamped on the right side of the chamber. There is also a smaller date stamped on the receiver, "1946". Single shot configuration. The bolt was modified to fire .22 LR cartridge. The rifle was rebarreled, with the new .22 caliber barrel replacing the old one in 10.35 mm. The new extractor system was installed. The receiver's dust cover was removed during the conversion. The magazine housing in the stock was covered by a steel plate. The new rear sights were installed. Matching serial numbers on the chamber, buttplate and on the bolt. (the buttstock shows fading, unrecognizable old number; no numbers are stamped on other parts). The chamber displays maker's markings, "Beretta Gardone". The receiver and chamber displays small Italian proof marks, "Crown over PSF" and "Crown over Two Crossed Rifles in the Shield" (Gardone black powder, or smokeless proof of guns with rifled barrels). All steel furniture. Fixed front sight. Turned down bolt handle. Two military style sling swivels, the first one is located in the lower part of the barrel band, and the second one is located under the buttstock. Solid, steel buttplate with no trap. Missing the cleaning rod. Complete with Italian military leather sling. CONDITION: Fine. The metal shows about 85% of blue turning to patina in some places. The buttplate is covered by a layer of uniform brown patina. The bore is in excellent condition with strong and shiny rifling. Strong action (bolt moves very tightly!). Solid stock with minor handling marks, dings and light scratches. No cracks to the stock. The stock was refurbished during the conversion. No import markings. Antique. Overall length: 37 inch. Barrel length: 17.75 inch. Very scarce Italian Vetterli training rifle made by Beretta! Serial# C111XX.
Very Early Swiss M.1869 Vetterli Rifle (a Prototype?) Caliber: 10.4 x 38R, Rimfire. Price: $3975 Inventory # arc_0306 Pictures:	DESCRIPTION: Unusual and one of a kind Swiss Vetterli M.1869 rifle! The rifle was made by Weber-Ruesch in Zurich, and is accordingly marked on the left side of the receiver. This maker was not awarded a Swiss army contract, so perhaps the rifle is one of the prototypes made for trials, or a sample presented to Swiss army for consideration. The other possibility is that the rifle was simply offered on the commercial market. The rifle is virtually identical with early military model 1869 trial rifle described in "Die Repetiergewehre der Schweiz" , p. 30. The M.1863 rear sights are similar to those found on Milbank Amsler and Peabody military rifles, as well as on some Swiss sporting and target rifles. I have also seen similar sights installed on Swiss Martini target rifles. Some early Vetterli M.1867, 1868 and M.1869 prototype rifles have also used this type of rear sights (see: "Die Repetiergewehre der Schweiz" , p.19, p.22, pp.25-30). The rifle has all the early features of M.1869 series. Some parts of the rifle are crudely manufactured, especially when compared to military M.69/71 (rear sling swivel!). High capacity tubular magazine under the barrel (12+1 rounds). The rifle does not show the usual Swiss Cross stamped on the receiver and buttstock. There is no serial number. Some parts are stamped with assembly numbers that should not be confused with the serial numbers. Right side of the buttstock displays a German silver shield inlaid in the wood (with no markings). The left side of the chamber displays a letter "K" and a small cantonal (?) crest (unrecognizable). The barrel displays following markings under the forestock, "C.W.& C. 3752". The metal displays also a couple of smaller marks. The lower part of the buttstock displays a museum, or a collection number black painted on the white background, "C111". The rifle still has a scarce loading gate cover and the magazine cut off lever, that were removed from most of the early Vetterli rifles. The receiver dust cover was removed from the rifle. The forestock has original checkering. Complete with commercial style, period cleaning rod, which is most likely not correct for this type of rifle. CONDITION: Fine+. The rifle has polished steel finish with traces of brown patina. The buttplate shows some darker patina. The stocks are in original finish. Some handling marks, dings and minor scratches are visible on the stocks. No cracks to the stocks. Very good bore with strong, shiny rifling (counter bored couple of inches from the muzzle). Action works fine. Very early and one of the kind Swiss M.1869/71 Vetterli rifle, that is worth further research! Serial# NN.
Interesting Spanish Civil War Issue Italian M.1870/87/16 Vetterli Infantry Rifle Caliber: 6.5mm x 52, rimless. Price: $495 Inventory # arc_0265 Pictures:	DESCRIPTION: Italian bolt action Vetterli repeating rifle with Mannlicher type box magazine. The rifle was manufactured at Torino arsenal in 1891, as stated on the right side of the chamber. The old Vetterli rifles were converted to 6.5 mm Carcano caliber, as an emergency measure, to prevent shortage of rifles in the Italian Army during the World War One. To strengthen the action, the additional bolt lug was installed behind the bolt handle. Furthermore, the receiver dust cover was removed during the conversion works, as it was judged, at the time, to be an unnecessary feature. The rifle was completely refurbished during the conversion. The right side of the butt stock displays Spanish military property mark, "Flaming Bomb, MP8" (fading). This is most likely one of the obsolete rifles imported to Spain during the Civil War. Mismatched serial number on the stock (most likely the parts were mixed during the conversion works). No serial numbers are stamped on other parts of the rifle. Complete with original cleaning rod. CONDITION: Low excellent. 98% of crisp arsenal reblue remaining on metal. Solid stock with some handling marks, dings and light scratches. Excellent bore with strong rifling. Action works fine. The following has been reported to me by a fellow collector: "We found that we were not able to chamber either a headspace gauge nor a new, unprimed empty Norma 6.5 Carcano case. It appears that when the barrel was relined it was not installed in line with the bolt. This would explain the excellent condition of the bore---it's never been fired since being relined". Difficult to find Spanish Civil War issue Vetterli rifle. Nice rifle in very collectible condition! Serial# EB70XX. Antique.

Wanzel

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Austro-Hungarian Wanzel M.1854/66 Infantry Rifle Caliber: 13.9 x 33, rimfire Price: $1475 Inventory # arc_0517 Pictures:

DESCRIPTION: Interesting Austro-Hungarian infantry rifle that was converted to breech loader from M.1854 percussion rifle. Swinging block-action breech design with external hammer. The rifle was made in 1858 (as a percussion gun), as indicated by a date on the lock plate, and was converted to breech loader in 1868, as indicated by markings on the chamber, "68". The receiver tang displays following markings, "D. A. Page, Wien" (most likely, a company that has performed a conversion). The back of the barrel, as well as the lock plate displays Austro-Hungarian Double-Head Eagle in the circle. The barrel displays, "W" (just behind the rear sight) and "T" (in front of the rear sight). There is also a number of smaller proofs stamped on various metal parts. Round barrel with last couple of inches turning to octagonal form (near the breach). Trigger guard without a finger-spur. Buttstock with a cheekpiece. Two sets of regimental markings are stamped on the butt plate, "52. 5. 17. 182" and "48. 4. 127". Another set of regimental markings is stamped on the barrel, just in front of the rear sights, "52. 5. 17. 182". Complete with original ramrod. CONDITION: Fine+. Metal is covered by a mixture of original finish and some light patina. Some cold blue may have been added to the original finish. No pitting. Solid stock with some handling marks and light dings. The stock was lightly cleaned and degreased. Action works fine. Bore is in excellent condition, with strong and shiny rifling. All the markings and numbers are clearly visible on metal. All the internal parts of the rifle are in fine condition, with no obvious wear. Scarce Austro-Hungarian infantry rifle with interesting regimental marking! Overall length: 52.50 inch. Barrel length: 35 inch. Antique. (For a correct socket bayonet, please add $295).

Werder

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Scarce Bavarian Gendarmerie Werder M.1873 "Lightning" Carbine Caliber: 11.5 mm x 35R Werder Carbine (M.1869 short) Price: $4500 Inventory # arc_0513 Pictures:

DESCRIPTION: Very scarce Bavarian Gendarmerie M.1873 Werder breech loading single shot carbine (Gendarmeriegewehr M1873 System Werder). These carbines were manufactured by Amberg arsenal, although many parts were made by subcontractors. The action was manufactured by Greis in Munich, and is accordingly marked, "GF" on the breech. The barrel was manufactured by A. Francotte in Liege as indicated by its markings. The stock was also manufactured by Francotte, as indicated by a fading cartouche stamped on the right side of the buttstock. Some small marks are also stamped on various metal parts. Unusual, one of the kind action, which was was famous for a very high rate of fire, 15-24 shots a minute, hence a name, "Blitz" ("Lightning"). The action performed superbly during the Franco-Prussian War. The carbine fires the some round that was used in Werder M.1869 pistol: 11.5 mm x 35 R. Matching external serial numbers. The serial numbers are stamped on the right side of the buttstock, on the buttplate, on the barrel, on the trigger guard, on the front and back of the receiver and on all the screw heads. All the serial numbers are factory original and they were not restamped. Adjustable rear sight. One barrel band/nosecap. Two sling swivels. Complete with original cleaning rod with proper markings. Overall length: 37.75 inch. Barrel length: 21.5 inch. These carbines were issued to Bavarian Gendarmerie with socket bayonets. Similar carbines with saber bayonets were issued to Bavarian customs' officers (M1874 Zollkarabiner). CONDITION: Fine+ to low excellent, with 90-92% of original blue finish on metal. Blue is turning to light brown patina in some places. Some surface rust on the right side of the barrel, near the muzzle. Some scattered brown patina is also present on the buttplate. Excellent+ bore with strong and shiny rifling. Strong and crisp action. All the markings and numbers are clearly visible on metal. All the internal parts of the carbine are in fine condition, with no obvious wear. Very nice walnut stock with some handling marks and light dings. The stock is in original finish. No cracks in the wood. Scarce Bavarian Werder carbine in very collectible condition! Antique. Serial# 3XX.

Werndl

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Scarce Austro-Hungarian Werndl M.1877 Carbine Caliber: 11 x 36 mm, rimmed Price: $1575 Inventory # arc_0374 Pictures:	DESCRIPTION: Interesting and very scarce Austro-Hungarian empire Werndl M.1877 carbine that was still used as a secondary weapon in World War One! The M.1877 carbine is identical with the M.1873 carbine except for different calibration of the rear sight. While M.1877 rear sight is graduated to 1600 paces for a more powerful M.77 cartridge, the M.1873 rear sight is graduated only up to 600 paces for the older cartridge. The carbine has correct finger spur on the trigger guard. The carbine features the modified and strengthened rotary-block breech design with central hammer. Developed from M.1867 action that was competing successfully in military trials with Remington Rolling Block. The carbine was made in 1886 (last year of production!) as indicated by markings stamped on the lockplate. The maker abbreviation, "OEWG" is stamped on the breech and on the lockplate (OESTERREICHISCHE WAFFENFABRIKS GESELLSHAFT STEYR UND PEST). The lockplate displays, "OEWG 86". Some small Austro-Hungarian proof marks are stamped on the lower part of the buttstock. Matching serial numbers (the matching numbers are stamped on the rotary block, receiver, buttplate , rear sight and some screws). The saber type bayonet lug is located on the right side of the nosecap. Complete with a cleaning rod. Overall length: 39.5 inch. Barrel length: 22 inch. CONDITION: Fine. The carbine has polished steel finish with some scattered light patina. Solid stock with some handling marks, scratches and dings. The stock is in original finish. The wood does not show any cracks. All the markings and numbers are clearly visible on the metal and stock. All the internal parts of the carbine are in fine condition with no obvious wear. Bore is in excellent condition with strong and shiny rifling. Action works fine. Very scarce Austro-Hungarian carbine! Serial# 12XXH
Austro-Hungarian Werndl M.1867/1877 Infantry Rifle Caliber: 11 x 58 mm, rimmed Price: $675 Inventory # arc_0368 Pictures:	DESCRIPTION: Interesting Austro-Hungarian empire Werndl M.1867/77 infantry rifle that was still used as a secondary weapon in World War One! A Werndl infantry rifle is identical with a jaeger rifle except for the trigger guard, which does not have a finger spur. These rifles were originally built in 11 x 42R caliber, and they were converted to fire 11 x 58R from 1877 on. The rear sight was also replaced during the conversion works with the one for M.77 cartridge. The rifle features the rotary-block breech design with external hammer. Very strong action that was competing successfully in military trials with Remington Rolling Block. The rifle was made in 1869, as indicated by a date stamped on the barrel. The word, "Werndl" is stamped on the breech. The back of the barrel displays following markings, "St.69". The lock plate displays a date "868" and an Austro-Hungarian double headed eagle. The rear sight displays arsenal markings, "OEWG"(OESTERREICHISCHE WAFFENFABRIKS GESELLSHAFT STEYR UND PEST). The regimental markings are stamped on the butt plate, "66.L...1056" (fading). The saber type bayonet lug is located on the right side of the muzzle. Some Austro-Hungarian proof marks and numbers are stamped on the buttstock. The cleaning rod is missing. CONDITION: Very good+ to fine. Metal shows 72% of original brown/blue finish, mixed with some patina. The buttplate shows uniform brown patina. All the markings and numbers are clearly visible on the metal and stock. All the internal parts of the rifle are in fine condition with no obvious wear. Nice stock in original finish with some handling marks, light scratches and dings. There is a hairline crack in the stock, just in front of the lock plate (please, see pictures). Action works fine. Bore is in good condition, with strong rifling and darkness in the grooves. All original condition. Interesting World War One rifle! Consignment.
Austro-Hungarian Werndl M.1867/1877 Infantry Rifle Caliber: 11 x 58 mm, rimmed Price: $775 Inventory # arc_0365 Pictures:	DESCRIPTION: Interesting Austro-Hungarian empire Werndl M.1867/77 infantry rifle that was still used as a secondary weapon in World War One! A Werndl infantry rifle is identical with a jaeger rifle except for the trigger guard, which does not have a finger spur. These rifles were originally built in 11 x 42R caliber, and they were converted to fire 11 x 58R from 1877 on. The rear sight was also replaced during the conversion works with the one for M.77 cartridge. The rifle features the rotary-block breech design with external hammer. Very strong action that was competing successfully in military trials with Remington Rolling Block. The rifle was made in 1870, as indicated by a date stamped on the barrel. The word, "Werndl" is stamped on the breech. The back of the barrel displays following markings, "St.70". The lock plate displays a date "868" and a lock maker's address, "L. WURZINGER". The rear sight displays arsenal markings, "OEWG"(OESTERREICHISCHE WAFFENFABRIKS GESELLSHAFT STEYR UND PEST). The regimental markings are stamped on the butt plate, "58.L.St.B.271". The left side of the buttstock displays a number, "1". The saber type bayonet lug is located on the right side of the muzzle. Some Austro-Hungarian proof marks and numbers are stamped on the buttstock. The cleaning rod is missing. CONDITION: Very good+ to fine. Metal shows 87% of original brown/blue finish, mixed with some patina. Some surface rust and pitting on the nosecap, sling swivels and on the barrel, near the muzzle. The buttplate shows uniform brown surface rust. Some light cleaning marks on the trigger guard. All the markings and numbers are clearly visible on the metal and stock. All the internal parts of the rifle are in fine condition with no obvious wear. Nice stock in original finish with some handling marks, light scratches and dings. There is a hairline crack in the buttstock, near the buttplate. There is also another hairline crack in the stock, just in front of the lock plate (please, see pictures). Action works fine. Bore is in excellent condition with strong and shiny rifling. All original condition! Interesting World War One rifle!
Very Scarce Austro-Hungarian Werndl M.1873/1877 Jaeger Rifle Caliber: 11 x 58 mm, rimmed Price: $2795 Inventory # arc_0339 Pictures:	DESCRIPTION: Interesting and very scarce Austro-Hungarian empire Werndl M.1873/77 Jaeger rifle that was still used as a secondary weapon in World War One! The Jaeger rifle is identical with the infantry rifle except for the extra finger spur on the trigger guard. These rifles were originally built in 11 x 42R caliber, and they were converted to fire 11 x 58R from 1877 on. The rear sight was also replaced during the conversion works with the one for M.77 cartridge. The rifle features the modified and strengthened rotary-block breech design with central hammer. Developed from M.1867 action that was competing successfully in military trials with Remington Rolling Block. The rifle was made in 1876/1877, and all the major parts were stamped with one of these dates. The maker abbreviation, "OEWG" is stamped on the breech and on the lock plate (OESTERREICHISCHE WAFFENFABRIKS GESELLSHAFT STEYR UND PEST). The back of the barrel displays following markings, "Austro-Hungarian double headed eagle, 77". The lock plate displays, "OEWG 876". The rear sight displays arsenal markings, "OEWG". The barrel displays also a letter "T", which I believe indicates a new type, strengthened steel (the letter is stamped in front of the rear sight). Some small Austro-Hungarian proof marks are stamped on the lower part of the buttstock. The regimental markings are stamped on the upper part of the butt plate, "26.LW.282" (please, see pictures). Matching serial numbers, except for the rotary block (the matching numbers are stamped on the left side of the receiver, on the buttplate, on some screws and on the barrel; the rotary block displays a different serial number). The saber type bayonet lug is located on the right side of the muzzle. CONDITION: Fine+. Metal is covered by a mixture of blue finish and brown patina. The receiver shows two spots of light surface rust. Most of the blue finish wear is on the barrel bands. Solid stock with some handling marks, light scratches and dings. The stock is in original finish. The wood does not show any cracks. All the markings and numbers are clearly visible on the metal and stock. All the internal parts of the rifle are in fine condition with no obvious wear. Action works fine. Bore is in fine condition with strong and shiny rifling. Complete with cleaning rod.Very scarce Austro-Hungarian World War One rifle! Serial# 34XXW

Whitney

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Scarce Whitney-Laidley Rolling Block Infantry Rifle Caliber: .44, rimfire (?). Price: $1750 Inventory # arc_0320 Pictures:

DESCRIPTION: Scarce Whitney-Laidley Rolling Block infantry rifle in all original condition! Only about 30.000 of such rifles were ever manufactured. They were mostly made for some Latin American countries. Few of these rifles ended up in US collections, usually in well worn condition. Three-lines Whitney address on the tang with all the patent dates, "WHITNEYVILLE ARMORY CO. PATENTED OCT 17 '65, RE-IS'D JUNE 25, '72, DEC 26, '65, RE-IS'D OCT 1, '67, MAY 15 '66, JULY 16 '72". I am not sure about the exact caliber of this rifle. Whitney rifle was manufactured in this configuration in several similar rimfire calibers,.43, .44, .45, so most likely it is one of them. Three barrel bands. Round barrel. Ramp-and-leaf rear sight graduated to 1,100 yards. Black walnut stock with oil finish. Concave butt plate. The rifle was manufactured without the bayonet lug. The upper part of the buttstock displays a brass ring with property/unit (?) markings, "18". The same number is stamped on the wood and on the buttplate (please, see pictures). Overall length: 50.25 inch. Barrel length: 34.5 inch. CONDITION: Very good to fine. Fine bore with strong and shiny rifling. The finish on the metal has turned to uniform brown color patina with occasional peppering. Stocks are in original finish. There are some dings, scratches and handling marks visible on the wood. The buttstock has couple of age surface cracks. Action works fine. The rear sight spring is cracked. The sling swivels on the front barrel band and on the front part of the trigger guard are missing. Complete with original cleaning rod. Scarce rifle for the advanced rolling block collector! Serial# 184XX.

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