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Cartridge Antique Rifles

Albini-Braendlin Beaumont Berdan Chassepot Comblain Dreyse Experimental Gras Guedes

Henry Jarmann Kammerlader Krag-Joergensen Kropatschek Kynoch Lebel Lee Mont Storm

Mosin-Nagant Murata Peabody Podewils Roberts Schmidt Rubin Sharps Snider Spencer Springfield Trapdoor

Tabatiere Terssen Vetterli Wanzel Ward-Burton Werder Werndl Westley Richards Whitney Winchester-Hotchkiss

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Albini-Braendlin

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Belgian M.1867/1901 Albini-Braendlin Fortress Artillery Carbine Caliber: 11.4 x 42 mm, rimmed Price: $1750 Inventory # arc_0075 Pictures:

DESCRIPTION: Scarce Belgian M.1867/1901 Albini-Braendlin single shot breech loading carbine converted from the M.1853 percussion system rifle. In 1901 many surviving Albini-Braendlin M.1867/1868 infantry rifles were adapted by the Belgian fortress artillery. Barrels and stocks of the rifles were shortened, and the nose cap was discarded. The carbine is still in its original caliber, unlike many similar Belgian 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. One piece stock without the handguard. 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 manufacturing/conversion 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. No pitting on metal. 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. The stock is in original finish, with very few handling marks. No cracks in wood. Bore is in excellent condition, with strong and shiny rifling. Mechanically, the carbine is in excellent condition with crisp, strong action. Missing the cleaning rod (not sure if the latter was ever used with the carbine). Matching serial numbers. All original condition. Scarce Belgian M.1867/1901 Albini-Braendlin Fortress Artillery breech loading carbine in very collectible condition! Serial# 3X.

Beaumont

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Dutch Beaumont M. 1871/88 Infantry Rifle with Matching # Bayonet (!) Caliber: 11.3 x 50 mm, rimmed Price: $1275 Inventory # arc_0582 Pictures:

DESCRIPTION: Dutch Beaumont M. 1871/88 infantry rifle in all original condition. Complete with original bayonet, which displays matching serial number! 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 1885, as indicated by markings on the chamber. The right side of the buttstock displays a cartouche with Dutch royal letter, "Crown over W, Delft 1887". There are also several smaller Dutch markings stamped on the stock in various places. 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, the rear sight, the magazine follower and on the socket bayonet!). The conversion dates are stamped on the buttplate, "1891 1900". Matching conversion date, "1900" is also stamped on the left side of the chamber (please, see pictures). The cleaning rod is a replacement. CONDITION: Fine+. The rifle was originally manufactured with polished steel finish. In its present condition, the rifle shows scattered, uncleaned light patina. The magazine has a blue finish (correct). Stock is in fine condition, with original finish and some 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. The bayonet is in fine condition. The matching serial number on the bayonet is clearly visible (please, see pictures). Very nice Dutch Beaumont rifle with matching # bayonet! Serial# 1XXH.

Berdan

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Imperial Russian/Austro-Hungarian Captured Berdan M.II Infantry Rifle Caliber: 10.67 x 58 mm, rimmed Price: $1375 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 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: $4750 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.

Chassepot

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Scarce Prussian Issue Chassepot M.1871 Carbine (Aptierter Chassepot-Karabiner M/71) Caliber: 11 x 60 mm Mauser Price: $2675 Inventory # arc_0510 Pictures:	DESCRIPTION: Scarce Prussian military issue Chassepot M.1871 carbine. The gun was originally made 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: $1650 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

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Scarce Belgian M.1871/1883 Comblain Carbine Caliber: 11.4 x 50 mm, rimmed Price: $2175 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: $1175 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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Very Scarce English Experimental Burton Patent Double Magazine Repeating Bolt Action Rifle Caliber: .278 Price: $12750 Inventory # arc_0598 Pictures:

DESCRIPTION: One of the kind English double magazine bolt action repeating experimental rifle designed by Bethel Burton. Between 1882 and 1886 a number of Bethel Burton experimental rifles were submitted to the English War Office for evaluation and testing. None of these rifles was accepted by the English military. This specimen features a rather unusual straight pull bolt action, with a bolt handle located under the receiver (!). The bolt handle travels back and forth between the two parts trigger guard. The trigger is located on the right side of the receiver assembly. Both sides of the receiver have magazines ports hidden behind the sliding gates. The magazines (not included) were fitted to the both sides of the receiver. English military style ramp and leaf rear sights with no calibration (not unusual for an experimental rifle). Steel barrel bands. Brass buttplate with a trap. Some kind of tool (empty case extractor?) is hidden in the buttstock compartment behind the buttplate. Walnut stocks. One sling swivel ( no sign that the second sling swivel was ever installed on the rifle). English type bayonet lug on the right side of the front barrel band. The receiver and barrel display a couple of English commercial proof marks. The right side of the buttstock displays two markings, "Flaming Grenade" and "Two Crossed Cannons and a Circle". The left side of the buttstock displays, "WB" (in a rectangular). The buttplate displays a number, "A1222". Overall length of the rifle is 52.25 inches. Barrel length: 32 inch. Complete with a cleaning rod. This is the only example of Bethel Burton experimental rifle in this particular configuration that I have ever seen. CONDITION: Low excellent. The rifle has about 95-96% of original blue finish, turning to brownish color in some places. Most of the finish wear is on barrel bands. Smooth stocks in original finish, with some wear and occasional handling marks. The right/rear side of the forestock has a chip. The left/rear side of the forestock has a crack (please, see pictures). All the markings and stamps are clearly visible on both, metal and wood. Bore is in fine condition with strong rifling. Mechanically, the rifle is in excellent condition with crisp, strong action. The rifle seems to be in all original condition with no alterations. Very scarce English experimental Burton bolt action repeating rifle!

Gras

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Scarce French Gras M.1874/80/14 Infantry Rifle Caliber: 8mm Lebel Price: $1575 Inventory # arc_0569 Pictures:	DESCRIPTION: Very scarce French World War One issue Gras M.1874/80/14 infantry rifle in 8 mm Lebel caliber! Starting in 1914 old Gras rifles were converted to 8 mm Lebel caliber, as an emergency measure, to prevent shortage of rifles in the French army during the World War One. The rifle was completely refurbished during the conversion. The rifles of this type were issued to the second line units during the Great War. Survivors were sent to Indo-China in the 1920-s. The rifle was manufactured by Chatellerault arsenal, as indicated by markings on the receiver. The model designation is stamped on the left side of the receiver, "M-le 1874" and "M.80 M.14". The name of the arsenal which manufactured the rifle, "Manufacture d'Armes Chatellerault", is also stamped on the left side of the receiver. "R.P.F." (in an oval) is also stamped on the left side of the receiver. The receiver ring and barrel displays, "N" (the rifle was tested for 8 mm Lebel "Balle N" cartridge). French proof marks are present on the receiver. Matching serial numbers (stamped on the barrel, stock and bolt). Some parts of the rifle (bolt, bayonet lug) also display old, pre-conversion numbers. There are also some other, partially recognizable markings on the buttstock. Two steel barrel bands configuration. Ramp and leaf rear sight calibrated up to 2400 meter. Complete with some kind of Ersatz cleaning rod. Buttplate displays regimental markings, "51". The rifle has a reglued "Duffel bag" cut on the stock just under the barrel band. Overall length: 50.75 inch. Barrel length: 31.75 inch. CONDITION: Fine. 84% of blue finish is still on metal. Most of the finish wear is on barrel bands. The trigger guard is in white. Some blue is turning to brownish color. Scattered spots of light patina and/or surface rust on the nosecap. The buttplate and cleaning rod also show some brown patina. The stock shows some dings and light scratches. The "holy water plug" is still in the buttstock. 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 fine condition, with no visible wear. All the markings and numbers on metal are clearly visible. Scarce World War One era French military rifle! Antique. Serial# A366XX.
Scarce French Gras M.1874/80 Carbine Caliber: 11 mm Gras Price: $1075 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: $1275 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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Scarce Boer (Z.A.R) Guedes M.1885 Infantry Rifle with Period Carving on the Stock ON HOLD Caliber: 8 x 60mm, rimmed Price: $3750 Inventory # arc_0596 Pictures:

DESCRIPTION: Scarce Portuguese military contract single shot, breech loading Guedes M.1885 military rifle. The rifle was manufactured by Steyr in Austro-Hungary in 1886, as indicated by markings on the receiver and buttstock. A few, if any, Guedes rifles were delivered to Portugal, when the contract was canceled. All the remaining Guedes rifles (about eight thousand) were sold by the Steyr factory to the Boers. Thousands of these rifles were used in the Boer War against the British. Guedes was a weapon of choice of many Boer sharpshooters. The upper part of the receiver of the rifle displays, "Z.A.R" (Zuid Afrikaanische Republiek - South African Republic) property markings. The left side of the buttstock displays Boer soldier's initials carved in wood, "MJS". This type of carving is characteristic for the Boer War. The rifles with identifiable soldier names are sought after by Boer War collectors. The right 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 left side of the receiver of the rifle displays, "M. 1885, OEWG, Steyr 1886". Crisp markings and cartouches on the stock. The right side of the buttstock displays a nice Steyr cartouche with the following markings, "M. 1885, OEWG, Steyr 1886". The upper part of the receiver displays a Portuguese Royal Crown. Several other marks and proofs are stamped on the various parts of the rifle. Matching serial numbers on the receiver, block, forestock, buttstock, rear sight and on the lever mechanism. No serial numbers are 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 rifle utilizes the breech with a locking block that moves up and down. The locking block is activated by a lever combined with a trigger guard. The action has a safety lever located behind the trigger. Two steel barrel bands configuration with a nose cap. Steel receiver. Adjustable rear sights. Ramp and leaf sight is graduated to 2000 meters. The bayonet lug for the saber type bayonet is located on the right side of the front barrel band. Complete with an original cleaning rod and leather sling. This rifle is in original condition, and it was never refurbished. Overall length: 48 inch. Barrel length: 32.25 inch. CONDITION: Overall, in NRA antique excellent condition. About 90-92% of original blue finish is still on metal. Most of the finish wear is on the barrel bands and on the lever/trigger guard assembly. Some finish is starting to turn to brownish color. There is a couple of spots of patina and/or light surface rust on the receiver. The buttplate shows some light patina. The stocks are in original finish, with some handling marks, minor dings and light scratches. Some wear to wood near the cleaning rod channel. Bore is in excellent condition, with strong and shiny rifling. Mechanically, the rifle is in excellent condition with crisp, strong action. All the markings and numbers are clearly visible on both, metal and wood. All the internal parts of the rifle are in fine condition with no obvious wear. The leather sling is still in very good condition. Scarce Boer issue Guedes rifle with interesting period carving! Antique. Serial# 83XX.

Henry

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Scarce Australian Military Issue M.1871 Henry Rifle (New South Wales Contract) Caliber: .450, rimmed Price: $2675 Inventory # arc_0593 Pictures:

DESCRIPTION: Scarce Australian military issue M.1871 Henry rifle in its original, .450 caliber. Dropping block action operated by a lever. The rifle was designed by Alexander Henry and was manufactured in very limited quantities. The major military contracts came from New South Wales (Australia). It is believed that between 5.400 and 7.000 rifles of this pattern were shipped to New South Wales. The Henry rifles were also privately purchased by officers and volunteers. The rifle was manufactured by the National Arms & Ammunition Company Ltd. in 1877, as indicated by markings on the right side of the breech, "N.A.&A. Co. Ltd. 1877". The left side of the breech displays wording, "Henry's Patent". Several Birmingham proof marks are stamped on the breech and on the barrel. The right side of the buttstock displays armourer's "Sale Mark", "Arrow, S, Arrow" ("Serviceable when sold") and Australian military property markings, "N.S.W., 079" (New South Wales). The factory cartouche with "National Arms & Ammunition Company Ltd. , 1877" markings is also present on the right side of the buttstock. Correct military style ramp and leaf rear sights. Military style walnut stocks with two barrel bands. Steel buttplate. Front barrel band with saber type bayonet lug. Matching serial numbers (stamped on the left side of the chamber and on the bayonet lug). Complete with original cleaning rod. Overall length: 51 inch. Barrel length: 34 inch. CONDITION: Fine. 68% of original finish, turning to brownish color. The balance is in white, mixed with some light patina. The buttplate shows some scattered patina. The bore is in fine condition with strong rifling. Strong action. All the markings on metal are still clearly visible. The front part of the trigger guard has a crack (please, see pictures). Stocks are in fine condition, with usual handling marks, small scratches and dings. Original finish on the stocks. No cracks in wood. Scarce early military breech loading rifle! Antique.

Jarmann

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Kammerlader

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Scarce Norwegian Military Breech Loading Percussion Rifle M.1859 ("Kammerlader M.1859") Caliber: 16.8 mm Price: $3500 Inventory # arp_0029 Pictures:	DESCRIPTION: Scarce Norwegian military breech loading percussion rifle ("Kammerlader M.1859") manufactured by Kongsberg Vapenfabrikk in 1860, as indicated by markings on several parts (receiver, underhammer guard, etc.). Interesting percussion breech loading mechanism, similar to the Lobnitz and Scheel patents. The breech is locked by turning of the radial lever on the right side of the rifle. The lever lifts the hollow tube-like chamber for loading. European books sometimes refer to the rifle as "tip-up chamber rifle". Under-hammer ignition system in front of the trigger guard. Brass butt plate, trigger guard and barrel bands. Bayonet lug on the right side of the barrel (for the yataghan style saber bayonet similar to French patterns). Two barrel bands configuration. The upper part of the chamber displays following date and maker's markings, "Crown over K 1860". Similar markings are stamped on some other steel parts of the rifle. The upper part of the buttstock shows a very old brass screw, most likely for the posted sharpshooter type sight that may have been used on the rifle long time ago. Tangent, double flap rear sight, with the bigger flap allowing five shooting ranges.The rear sight is mounted on the ring that encompasses the barrel. Two sling swivels located on the nosecap and in front of the underhammer guard. No provision for the ramrod. All original military configuration! CONDITION: Fine+. The lock works fine. Uniform light patina on all steel parts of the rifle (uncleaned, untouched condition). No pitting. Original finish on the stock. The stock is in fine+ condition with few handling marks. There is a half an inch long hairline crack in the stock just behind the receiver. There is also another hairline crack (1.5 inch long) on the left side of the stock, between the trigger guard and receiver (please, see pictures). Otherwise the stock is nice and solid. Fine bore with sharp rifling. Matching serial numbers (virtually, every single part is numbered!). Overall length: 126.4 cm (49.75 inch). Barrel length: 77cm (30.25 inch). Very scarce early Norwegian military breech loading rifle!
Scarce Norwegian Breech Loading Percussion Rifle M.1860 ("Kammerlader M.1860") Caliber: 14 mm Price: $1900 Inventory # arp_0011 Pictures:	DESCRIPTION: Scarce Norwegian breech loading percussion rifle manufactured by Kongsberg Vapenfabrikk in 1863, as indicated by markings on several parts. This is a commercial rifle manufactured for civilian market for target practice ("Kammerlader for Skytterlag M.1860"). Interesting percussion breech loading mechanism, similar to the Lobnitz and Scheel patents. The breech is locked by turning of the radial lever on the right side of the rifle. The lever lifts the hollow tube-like chamber for loading. Under-hammer ignition system in front of the trigger guard. Steel butt plate, trigger guard and barrel bands. Military style bayonet lug on the right side of the barrel (for the yataghan style saber bayonet similar to French patterns). Two barrel bands configuration. The left side of the chamber displays following markings, "Model 1860__4'''", which may indicate that the rifle was originally manufactured in 11.77 mm caliber (4 linjer), and only later converted to smoothbore configuration. The upper part of the chamber displays following date and maker's markings, "Crown over K 1863". Similar markings are stamped on some other steel parts of the rifle. No provision for the ramrod. CONDITION: Very good+. The lock works fine. Some light pitting and patina on steel parts. Original finish on the stock. The stock is in excellent condition with just few handling marks. Very good bore. Matching numbers. Overall length: 126.4 cm (49.75 inch). Barrel length: 77cm (30.25 inch). Very scarce early breech loading rifle!

Krag-Joergensen

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Kropatschek

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Kynoch

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Lebel

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Scarce German Lebel Zimmer Schutzen (Indoor Shooting) Rifle Caliber: 4 mm Price: $1650 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 Target Rifle with Parker Hale Mk.VII Rear Sight Caliber: . 303 Enfield Price: $975 Inventory # ler_0098 Pictures:	DESCRIPTION: British Lee Enfield Mk.I target rifle. The rifle comes with sophisticated Parker Hale Mk.VII target rear sights. This sight was developed specifically for use with the long Lee Enfield and has its proper mounting plate. The rifle was 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". 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. Ramp and leaf rear right. Original ten 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). The barrel was shortened about an inch, most likely to restore the crown. The handguard was either purposely removed, or was lost. 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 wood. 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 ON HOLD Caliber: . 303 Enfield Price: $800 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 four 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 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. All the internal parts of the rifle are in fine condition, with no visible wear. All the markings and numbers on metal and wood are clearly visible. 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).

Mont Storm

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Swiss Military Style Breech Loading Percussion Schutzen Rifle Caliber: 10.4 mm Price: $3500 Inventory # arc_0119 Pictures:

DESCRIPTION: Scarce Swiss military style breech loading percussion Schutzen rifle. Interesting percussion breech loading mechanism, similar to the Mont Storm patent, and later cartridge rifles, Milbank-Amsler and Albini-Braendlin. The breech is locked by a massive steel rod operated by "Monkey Tail" style lever located on the receiver tang, above the butt stock. Swiss style butt plate, trigger guard and rear sight. Swiss style bayonet lug on the right side of the barrel (Swiss style target shooting requires the military style rifle with a bayonet lug). Two barrel bands configuration. All steel furniture. The right side of the chamber displays following maker's markings, "RAMEAU" (Swiss gun maker who built the schutzen rifle?). The left side of the chamber displays following maker's markings, "Crown over P&C" (Belgian gun maker who supplied the lock mechanism?). The rear sight is installed on the rail and can be adjusted forward and backward on the barrel. No provision for the ramrod. CONDITION: Excellent. The lock works fine. Some light patina on steel parts. Original finish on the stock. Overall length: 46 inch. Barrel length: 26.25 inch. Scarce! This is the only rifle utilizing such breech loading mechanism, I have ever seen!

Mosin-Nagant

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Murata

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Scarce Japanese Murata Type 13 Infantry Rifle ON HOLD Caliber: 11 x 60 mm, rimmed Price: $2075 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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Connecticut Militia Contract Peabody Rifle with Bayonet ON HOLD Caliber: US Government .45-70 Price: $1575 Inventory # arc_0599 Pictures:	DESCRIPTION: Connecticut Militia contract Peabody rifle with an original socket bayonet with scabbard. The state of Connecticut purchased only about 1000 Peabody rifles. These were the "Spanish Model" Peabody rifles in .43 Spanish caliber. At the request of the Connecticut Militia, the rifles were retrofitted by the maker, Providence Tool Company, with US Government. .45-70 caliber barrels featuring the Henry patent rifling. Connecticut Militia Peabody rifles are the only American military rifles manufactured with Henry patent rifling! The other unusual feature of these rifles is lack of any sling swivels (!). The Connecticut Militia property plate is fitted in the lower part of the buttstock. It displays following markings, "CONN 705". The front part of the left side of the buttstock displays a fading inspector cartouche. The lower part of the buttstock displays, "A 46". The upper part of the buttstock displays, "D 28". The lower part of the forestock displays a number, "101324". The rifle follows the basic lines of the 1862 pattern, with the external hammer. Correct, military style ramp and leaf 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.". Some assembly numbers are present on the steel parts of the rifle. There are also factory markings and proofs on various metal parts. The rifle has a blue/brown finish. Military style walnut stocks. Complete with a cleaning rod. Overall length: 51.75 inch. Barrel length: 33 inch. The rifle comes with an original socket bayonet with leather scabbard. The latter displays a date and a number, "1877, 188". CONDITION: Fine. 75-80% 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. Occasional light patina. Fading case coloring on the receiver. Stocks are in 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. Excellent bore with strong and shiny rifling. Very crisp action. All the internal parts of the rifle are in fine condition, with no visible wear. All the markings are clearly visible on metal. The bayonet is in very good condition. The blade shows pitting. The leather scabbard is in fine condition. Nice example of a Connecticut Militia contract Peabody rifle with an original bayonet!
Very Scarce Japanese Issue Turkish M.1874 Martini-Peabody Rifle Caliber: .45, rimmed (11.43mm x 59R). Price: $2750 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 (11.43mm x 59R). Price: $2575 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 (11.43mm x 49R). Price: $2175 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: $1175 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).

Podewils

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Roberts

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Schmidt Rubin

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Swiss M.1889 Schmidt Rubin Infantry Rifle Caliber: 7.5 x 53.5 mm, rimless Price: $575 Inventory # srr_0046 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 same mark is stamped on the handguard. The rifle does not have a "privatization" mark on the chamber. The upper part of the buttstock displays following markings near the buttplate, "1" (in a circle). Very high quality of machining and metal finish. Free floating barrel. CONDITION: Fine, with 88% of original blue finish remaining on metal. Most of the blue wear is on the chamber, magazine, barrel bands, buttplate and around the muzzle (bayonet and muzzle cover wear). The buttplate shows some brown patina. Some blue finish is turning to brownish color. 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. Excellent bore with strong and shiny rifling. Mechanically, the rifle is in excellent condition, 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. Nice example of Swiss M. 1889 rifle! Serial# 564XX. Antique. (Ref. "Hand- und Faustfeuerwaffen. Schweizerische Ordonnanz 1817 bis 1975", p. 98, also in "Die Repetiergewehre der Schweiz" , pp.108-115).
Swiss M.1889 Schmidt Rubin Infantry Rifle Caliber: 7.5 x 53.5 mm, rimless Price: $575 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, 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).

Sharps

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Scarce Nepalese Gurkha Sharps Percussion Rifle Caliber: .577 (?) Price: $2975 Inventory # arc_0595 Pictures:

DESCRIPTION: Very scarce Nepalese issue Sharps breech loading percussion rifle. The rifle is based on the 1853-type Sharps. It was manufactured locally in Nepal in 1860-s. The rifle was issued to elite Gurkha regiments, and consequently it is often called, "Gurkha Sharps". Production of the rifle in Nepal caused serious logistical problems. Information about this rifle is still insufficient, but the most common opinion is that only a very limited number of guns of this pattern were manufactured for the Government of Nepal. Sharps rifles in Nepalese army were soon replaced by Sniders. Consequently, Nepalese Sharps rifles were withdrawn from service and stored for many decades in the government warehouse. Steel receiver. Steel barrel with 3 grooves. Fixed front sight. Ramp and leaf military style rear sights. Brass buttplate and nosecap. Three steel barrel bands. Two sling swivels. The barrel of the rifle displays a "Crown", stamped just behind the rear sights. No other markings are present on the rifle. Complete with an original ramrod. Judging the features of the action and the style of rear sights, this must be a late production Nepalese Sharps rifle. The early production Nepalese Sharps rifles had slightly different configuration with a very simple rear sights. Nepalese Sharps were until recently totally unknown on the collector market. A few rifles of this type were smuggled out of Nepal before 1990-s. The first example of this rifle I have seen in 1980-s, advertised as "Confederate Production Sharps" (sic!). More rifles of this pattern were imported from Nepal, along with Sniders and Martinis, in the last ten years. CONDITION: Excellent. About 85% of original finish is still present on metal. Some finish is turning to brownish color patina. Most of the wear is on the barrel bands, lever and on the receiver. No pitting. Solid stocks with some minor handling marks. No cracks of any kind to the stocks. The bore is in excellent condition with strong and shiny rifling. Mechanically, the rifle is in fine condition with crisp, strong action. Percussion lock works fine. All the internal parts of the rifle are in fine condition, with no obvious wear. Overall length: 53 inch. Barrel length: 36.75 inch. Scarce Nepalese Sharps rifle in very collectible condition! (Ref. "Guns of the Gurkhas", by John Walter, pp. 56-59).

Snider

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Very Scarce Ottoman Empire (Turkish) Military Snider/Springfield Rifle Caliber: .577, rimmed Price: $3575 Inventory # arc_0597 Pictures:	DESCRIPTION: Very scarce Ottoman Empire (Turkish) military Snider/Springfield breech loading rifle. This was originally a US Springfield percussion muzzle-loading rifle. Many Springfield rifles were sold to France during the Franco-Prussian War. The Prussians captured many such rifles and eventually sold them to the Ottoman Empire after the war ended. The Ottoman Empire also purchased many Springfield muzzle-loaders directly in the USA. All of these Springfields were eventually converted to Snider breech loading rifles. The conversions were done in English, Belgian a and Turkish arsenals. The Snider actions were purchased in England, Belgium, or manufactured locally in Turkey. This particular rifle features a US manufactured lockplate, stock and buttplate. The lockplate still displays original US markings, "U.S. Springfield, 1859, American Eagle". The buttplate tang also displays, "U.S.". The barrel and Snider Pattern II conversion block were manufactured in England, as indicated by English proof marks. The conversion block also displays, "SNIDER PATENT" markings with "Arrow S" mark. The hammer is rather crude and was most likely manufactured locally in Turkey. Although Ottoman Empire converted many muzzle loading rifles to Snider breech-loaders, because of their extremely long service life (they were still used in the early years of the World War One), only a few of them survived to these days. Today, an Ottoman Empire military Snider rifle is a difficult item to find on the collector market. This is only the first rifle of this pattern I have seen in the USA. English military style ramp and leaf rear sights. Steel trigger guard and barrel bands. Brass nosecap. Steel buttplate. Walnut stock. Two sling swivels. English type bayonet lug on the barrel. Overall length of the rifle is 48 inches. Barrel length: 31.50 inch. The cleaning rod is missing. CONDITION: Fine+ to low excellent. The rifle has a polished steel finish on the lockplate, hammer, trigger guard, buttplate and rear sights. These parts show some scattered light patina. The Snider conversion block has about 40% of original blue/brown finish. All the markings and stamps are clearly visible on metal. Solid and smooth stock with some occasional handling marks. Bore is in very good condition. Mechanically, the rifle is in excellent condition with crisp, strong action. Very scarce Ottoman Empire military Snider rifle!
Very Scarce and Beautiful Danish Army M. 1854/65 Snider Rifle with Original Bayonet (Ex-Prussian Percussion Rifle) Caliber: 17.8 x 28 R RF Danish Snider Price: $7500 Inventory # arc_0594 Pictures:	DESCRIPTION: Very scarce and beautiful Danish Army M. 1854/65 Snider rifle. This was originally a Prussian percussion muzzle-loading rifle smuggled to the Schleswig-Holstein rebels. After the 1848 rebellion the captured rifles of this pattern were modified at the Kronborg armory (1853-1855) and issued to the Danish Army as "M.1854". Consequently, the rifles were converted to Snider breech-loading system by the Copenhagen armory in 1865-1868. Today, a Danish Army Snider rifle converted from Prussian percussion rifle is a difficult item to find on the collector market. This is only the first rifle of this pattern I have seen in the USA. The lockplate of the rifle still displays original Prussian and Danish arsenal markings, a date of modification and a serial number, "Crown over Suhl, S&C, 1855/6254". 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). Barrel bands, nosecap, counterplate, buttplate, trigger guard and a stock displays "Crown over W". There are also numerous Danish markings on metal parts, as well as on the stock. Matching serial numbers, except for the cleaning rod (matching serial numbers are stamped on the barrel, buttplate, lockplate, trigger guard and on the nosecap; the cleaning rod displays a different number, but the same date, "1855"; 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 Danish ells). Steel barrel rifled with 4 grooves. Correct brass trigger guard, counterplate, barrel bands, and nosecap. Steel buttplate. Walnut stock with cheek piece on the left side of the buttstock. All original configuration. The rifle comes complete with a leather sling and a socket bayonet. The bayonet displays a different serial number but the same date, "1855". According to Janzen, this bayonet was produced for the Danish rebels by Germans. The bayonet has a very interesting Kyhl's patent locking mechanism. Full length triangular blade. Following markings are stamped on the socket, "1855 - 5080" and "Crown over Gothic Letter D". Overall length of the bayonet is 22.25 inch. Blade length is 19.75 inch. CONDITION: Excellent++ to near mint. The rifle has a correct polished steel finish on the lockplate, hammer, trapdoor, trigger and rear sights. These parts show some occasional light patina. The barrel and receiver have about 97-98% of original blue finish. The wear is mostly on the front part of the barrel, near the muzzle (bayonet wear). Beautiful, solid and smooth stock with some occasional handling marks. No cracks in wood. All the markings and stamps are clearly visible on stock and on metal. Bore is in excellent++ to near mint condition, with strong and shiny rifling. Mechanically, the rifle is in perfect condition with crisp, strong action. All the parts of the action are in near mint condition with no visible wear. The leather sling is still in very good condition. The bayonet is in excellent condition. Beautiful and very scarce Danish Army Snider rifle with bayonet in all original condition! Overall length of the rifle is 52.25 inches. Barrel length: 33.50 inch. (Ref. "Gamle Danske Militaer Vaben", by Th. Moeller, pp. 24-25).
Very Nice English Officer Grade Volunteer Pattern Snider Enfield Rifle by P. Webley & Son, Birmingham Caliber: .577, rimmed Price: $2475 Inventory # arc_0555 Pictures:	DESCRIPTION: Volunteer pattern officer grade Snider Enfield rifle in all original condition! Judging the quality of finish and checkering on the stock, the rifle was privately purchased by an English officer. The "volunteer pattern", or "commercial pattern" rifles were sold by many British retailers, such as the Army & Navy Stores. The rifle was manufactured by P. Webley & Son in Birmingham, as indicated by the address on the lock plate and on the barrel. The Webley trade mark, "Winged Bullet over W&S" is also stamped on the lockplate. The breech displays "B.S.A. Co." and "SNIDER PATENT" markings with "Arrow S" mark. Birmingham commercial proof marks are stamped on the breech, chamber and barrel. The stock is manufactured from a nice grade of wood. Diamond checkering on the forestock (typical for English officer grade rifles). Correct military style adjustable rear sights. Strong, improved bolted action with the latch on the left side of the breech. Steel barrel rifled with 3 grooves. Brass buttplate without a trap. Brass trigger guard. Three barrel bands. Two sling swivels. Complete with an original cleaning rod. CONDITION: Fine+ to low excellent. About 75-80% of original blue finish is still present on metal. Some blue is turning to brownish color. Light pitting and cleaning marks on the barrel along the stock lines. Very nice stock with some handling marks, light dings and minor scratches. There is a small hairline crack on the right side of the forestock, between the front and middle barrel bands. 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 fine condition with no visible wear. The rifle is in all original condition. Very high quality of manufacturing! Overall length is 55.25 inch. Barrel length is 36.5 inch. Difficult to find Webley manufactured Snider Enfield officer grade volunteer rifle in very collectible condition!
Scarce Afghan Snider Enfield Pattern III Rifle Caliber: .577, rimmed Price: $1375 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.
Very Scarce Danish Navy M. 1853/66 Snider Rifle Caliber: 17.8 x 28 R RF Danish Snider Price: $3975 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 Danish ells). 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).

Spencer

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Scarce Belgian Manufactured Spencer M.1865 Cavalry Saddle Ring Carbine (Brazilian Military Contract) Caliber: .50 RF Spencer Carbine Price: $3750 Inventory # arc_0576 Pictures:

DESCRIPTION: Scarce Belgian manufactured Spencer M.1865 cavalry saddle ring carbine. This is a Brazilian military contract carbine, as indicated by Brazilian arsenal cartouche stamped on the right side of the buttstock, "Fabrica d'Armas na Conceicao, AGC" (Arsenal de Guerra da Corte). Spencer M.1865 repeating carbine replaced Minie carbine as a primarily Brazilian cavalry weapon during the Paraguayan War. It was the first repeating long gun issued to Brazilian military forces (along with Winchester M.1866). Brazilian Spencers were purchased from the USA and Belgium. This carbine was manufactured by Union Armuriére Belge in Liege, Belgium, as indicated by marking on the upper part of the receiver. The left side of the receiver displays "Crown over E (in a circle)". The Liege house proof marks are stamped on the receiver and barrel. Several other Belgian maker's marks and proofs are stamped on various parts of the carbine. Spencer is a manually operated lever-action repeater fed from a tube magazine. It was adopted by the Union Army cavalry, during the American Civil War. Carbine style stock with one barrel band. Steel receiver. Ramp and leaf rear sight. Fixed front sight. Overall length: 37.25 inch. Barrel length: 20 inch. Scarce! CONDITION: Overall, in NRA antique fine condition. The metal parts are covered with uniform light patina. No pitting. The stocks show the usual handling marks, light dings and scratches. The finish on the stocks is original. No cracks in wood. Bore is in excellent condition, with strong and shiny rifling. Mechanically, the carbine 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 and wood are clearly visible. Excellent quality of machining and parts fitting! Nice example of scarce Belgian Spencer M.1865 cavalry carbine!

Springfield Trapdoor

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U.S. Model 1873 Springfield "Trapdoor" Rifle with Bayonet Caliber: US Government .45-70 Price: $1575 Inventory # arc_0600 Pictures:

DESCRIPTION: U.S. Model 1873 Springfield "Trapdoor" rifle with an original socket bayonet with scabbard. The lockplate of the rifle displays an American Eagle and wording "U.S. Springfield 1873". The trapdoor displays, "Model 1873, Eagle over Two Crossed Arrows, U.S.". The barrel displays, "V P, Eagle". The buttplate tang displays, "U.S.". Correct, military style ramp and leaf rear sight. Some assembly markings are present on the steel parts of the rifle. The rifle has a blue/brown finish. Military style walnut stock. Complete with an original cleaning rod. Overall length: 51.75 inch. Barrel length: 32.5 inch. The rifle comes with an original socket bayonet with steel scabbard and leather frog. The latter displays a brass medallion with "U.S" and following markings, "A.R. Smith, G.I.". The bayonet blade also displays, "U.S.". CONDITION: Fine+ to low excellent. 90% 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. Occasional light patina. Stock is in fine condition with some handling marks, minor dings and small scratches. The finish on the stock is original. The left side of the stock shows a couple of minor hairline cracks near the upper counter screw. Excellent bore with strong and shiny rifling. Very crisp action. All the internal parts of the rifle are in fine condition, with no visible wear. All the markings are clearly visible on metal. The bayonet is in excellent condition with about 97% of original blue finish still remaining on metal. The leather frog shows some minor wear. Nice example of a U.S. Model 1873 Springfield "Trapdoor" rifle with an original socket bayonet!

Tabatiere

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Terssen

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Scarce Belgian M.1777/1868/80 Terssen Engineer Rifle (Carbine) ON HOLD Caliber: 11 x 50 mm, rimmed Price: $2850 Inventory # arc_0573 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, "Crown, S over 37". 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. Scarce! CONDITION: Overall, in NRA antique fine+ condition. The metal parts are covered with uniform light patina. The stock is smooth and solid, with some handling marks and dings. No cracks in wood. The stock seems to have a layer of wax added to its finish. 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 fine condition, with no visible wear. All the markings and numbers on metal and wood are clearly visible. Very nice example of Belgian M.1777/1868/80 Terssen engineer rifle! Serial# 28XX.

Vetterli

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Scarce, Accuracy Marked Italian M.1870/87/16 Vetterli Infantry Rifle Caliber: 6.5mm x 52, rimless. Price: $475 Inventory # arc_0567 Pictures:	DESCRIPTION: Interesting Italian bolt action Vetterli repeating rifle with Mannlicher type box magazine. The rifle was manufactured at Brescia arsenal in 1877, as stated on the left 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. Matching serial numbers (stamped on the chamber and buttstock only). The number on the buttstock was over stamped, most likely during the conversion works. No serial numbers are stamped on other parts of the rifle, which is correct for this model. The right side of the chamber displays accuracy markings, "Two Crossed Rifles". This is a symbol of the Tiro a Segno Nazionale (National Target Shooting Association). This mark indicates that the barrel was tested for its accuracy and selected for match competition. The rifles with such a mark are usually very accurate! The right side of the chamber also displays a small "Crest of Savoy" and some proof marks. The right side of the buttstock displays a small cartouche with names, "S. Polotti, E. Figli" (retailer's markings?). There are also several other small stamps on the stock. All steel furniture. The rifle has original, Swiss style rear sights calibrated up to 2000 meters. Two barrel bands. There is a bayonet lug on the right side of the barrel, 2.5 inches from the muzzle. Complete with original cleaning rod. CONDITION: Fine. 96% of old arsenal reblue. The stock shows some handling marks, small dings and light scratches. No cracks in wood. The added, during the conversion works, wood around the magazine is getting loose (please, see pictures). Low excellent bore bore with strong and shiny rifling. Action works fine. All the internal parts of the rifle are in fine condition, with no visible wear. All the markings on metal are clearly visible. All original condition, as issued during the World War One. Nice example of Italian Vetterli rifle in 6.5 mm caliber with accuracy markings. Serial# LO51XX. Antique.
Italian M.1870/87/16 Vetterli Infantry Rifle Caliber: 6.5mm x 52, rimless. Price: $430 Inventory # arc_0566 Pictures:	DESCRIPTION: Interesting Italian bolt action Vetterli repeating rifle with Mannlicher type box magazine. The rifle was manufactured at Torre Annunziata arsenal in 1883, as stated on the left side of the chamber. Torre Annunziata manufactured Vetterli rifles are difficult to find! 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. This particular rifle was converted to 6.5 mm caliber in 1918 at the Gardone factory, as indicated by a fading cartouche with a Crest of Savoy stamped on the left side of the buttstock. 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 rifle displays a serial number on the right side of the chamber. The second serial number is stamped on the right side of the buttstock (this number was over stamped, most likely during the conversion works, and is unrecognizable). No serial numbers are stamped on other parts of the rifle. 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). There are several small stamps on the stock. All steel furniture. The rifle has original, Swiss style rear sights calibrated up to 2000 meters. Two barrel bands. There is a bayonet lug on the right side of the barrel, 2.5 inches from the muzzle. Complete with original cleaning rod. CONDITION: Fine. 95-96% of old arsenal reblue mixed with some occasional light patina. Solid stock with usual handling marks, small dings and light scratches. No cracks in wood. The lower part of the buttstock shows an arsenal repair, with a block of wood nicely replaced (please, see pictures). There is a small chip of wood missing on the right side of the buttstock, just below the buttplate tang. Excellent bore bore with strong and shiny rifling. Action works fine. All the internal parts of the rifle are in fine condition, with no visible wear. All the markings on metal are clearly visible. All original condition, as issued during the World War One. Nice example of Italian Vetterli rifle in 6.5 mm caliber. Serial# WZ77XX. Antique.
Scarce Swiss M.1871 Vetterli "Stutzer" Rifle with Matching # Bayonet (!) Caliber: 10.4 x 38R, Rimfire. Price: $1475 Inventory # arc_0561 Pictures:	DESCRIPTION: Very scarce Swiss Vetterli M.1871 "Stutzer" rifle. Complete with original bayonet, which displays matching serial number! 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). Matching serial numbers, except for the bolt (the matching serial numbers are stamped on receiver, barrel, rear sights and on magazine lifter; the bolt displays a different serial 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 original and they were not restamped. Some parts are stamped with assembly numbers that should not be confused with the serial numbers. The stock displays several small Swiss proof marks. The right side of the buttstock displays a Swiss cross over a shield with a letter "C" inside. The upper part of the buttstock displays following markings near the buttplate, "D4, Swiss Cross, CI" (in the rectangular). Swiss style buttplate and rear sight. Very high quality of machining and metal finish. Complete with original cleaning rod. CONDITION: Low excellent. 92% of original blue finish is still present on metal. Some blue is turning to brown patina. Nice stocks with some handling marks and dings. Original finish on 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. All the markings and numbers are clearly visible on metal. The bayonet is in excellent condition. Very scarce Swiss Vetterli Stutzer with bayonet displaying matching serial number! Serial# 122XX. (Ref. "Hand- und Faustfeuerwaffen. Schweizerische Ordonnanz 1817 bis 1975" , pp.84-85, also in "Die Repetiergewehre der Schweiz" , p.49).
Scarce Swiss M.1871 Vetterli "Stutzer" Rifle with Cantonal Markings Caliber: 10.4 x 38R, Centerfire. Price: $1295 Inventory # arc_0559 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 MW, and is accordingly marked on the left side of the receiver. The Swiss Cross is stamped just above the maker's markings. The cantonal markings are stamped on the octagonal part of the barrel, "CL in an oval" (Canton Luzern?). 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 and on magazine lifter). There are no serial numbers stamped on all the remaining parts of the rifle, which is correct for this model (and this maker!). All the serial numbers are original and they were not restamped. Some parts are stamped with assembly numbers that should not be confused with the serial numbers. The stock displays several small Swiss proof marks. The right side of the buttstock displays a Swiss cross over a shield with a letter "O" inside. The upper part of the buttstock displays following markings near the buttplate, "D4, Swiss Cross, CI" (in the rectangular). Swiss style buttplate and rear sight. The bolt was converted to fire centerfire cartridges. Very high quality of machining and metal finish. Complete with original cleaning rod. CONDITION: Fine. 85% of original blue finish is still present on metal. Some blue is turning to brown patina. Nice stocks with some handling marks and dings. Original finish on 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. All the markings and numbers are clearly visible on the metal. Very scarce Swiss Vetterli Stutzer! Serial# 45XX. (Ref. "Hand- und Faustfeuerwaffen. Schweizerische Ordonnanz 1817 bis 1975" , pp. 84-85, also in "Die Repetiergewehre der Schweiz" , p.49).
Italian M.1870 Vetterli Cavalry Carbine Caliber: 10.47 x 37 mm rimmed Price: $1150 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 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.
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: $3275 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.

Wanzel

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Ward-Burton

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U.S. Model 1871 Springfield Ward-Burton Rifle with Bayonet Caliber: US Government .50-70 Price: $3975 Inventory # arc_0601 Pictures:

DESCRIPTION: U.S. Model 1871 Springfield Ward-Burton rifle with an original socket bayonet. Ward-Burton was a first military bolt action rifle manufactured by the Springfield arsenal. It was also one of the first bolt action rifles used by the U.S. Army on a trial basis. The U.S. military purchased only about 1011 Ward-Burton rifles and 316 Ward-Burton carbines. Ward-Burton rifles and carbines did not receive good reviews during the field trials and the production was never resumed. The left side of the receiver of the rifle displays an American Eagle and wording "U.S. Springfield 1871". The bolt cover displays, "Ward. Burton. Patent. Dec. 20. 1859. Febr. 21. 1871". The buttplate tang displays, "U.S.". Both barrel bands display a letter, "U". Correct, military style ramp and leaf rear sight. Some assembly markings are present on the steel parts of the rifle. The rifle has a polished steel finish on all the parts, except of the receiver, which displays worn case coloring. Military style walnut stock. Complete with a cleaning rod. Overall length: 51.75 inch. Barrel length: 32.5 inch. The rifle comes with an original socket bayonet. The bayonet blade displays, "U.S.". CONDITION: Excellent. The rifle has a polished steel finish mixed with some scattered light patina. Fading and word case coloring on the receiver. Stock is in fine condition with some handling marks, minor dings and small scratches. No cracks in wood. The finish on the stock is original. Excellent+ bore with strong and shiny rifling. Very crisp action. All the internal parts of the rifle are in fine+ condition, with no visible wear. All the markings are clearly visible on metal. The bayonet is in fine condition. Very nice example of a U.S. Model 1871 Springfield Ward-Burton rifle with an original socket bayonet!

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Scarce Bavarian Gendarmerie Werder M.1873 "Lightning" Carbine Caliber: 11.5 mm x 35R Werder Carbine (M.1869 short) Price: $4150 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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Very Scarce Austro-Hungarian Werndl M.1873/1877 Jaeger Rifle Caliber: 11 x 58 mm, rimmed Price: $2500 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

Westley Richards

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Scarce South African Military Issue Westley Richards "Monkey Tail" Percussion Rifle Caliber: .450 Price: $1975 Inventory # arp_0052 Pictures:

DESCRIPTION: Scarce South African military issue Westley Richards "Monkey Tail" percussion rifle. The lockplate of the rifle is marked with maker's markings, "Westley Richards & Co.", and a production date, "1874". Both sides of the breech display Birmingham proof marks. The left side of the stock displays Union of South Africa acceptance stamp, "U" (with "Broad Arrow" inside). There are also numerous English markings on metal parts. The breech displays, "Westley Richards Patent" markings. The barrel displays following markings, "Whitworth Patent"(stamped twice), and a bore diameter, ".450". The only serial number is stamped on the left side of the breech. The breech lever is lifted by the 'monkey tail' to load the gun. Ramp and leaf rear sight (a Boers' upgrade?). Steel barrel with 8 grooves Whitworth patent rifling. Correct steel trigger guard and butt plate with a trap. The cleaning rod is missing. One barrel band and a nosecap. Two sling swivels. Westley Richards "Monkey Tail" percussion rifle was a first breech loader in English and South African service. It was also used in Australia, Canada and Portugal. Some rifles and carbines of this type were used by the Boers during the Boer Wars. The left side of the buttstock displays two lines. It is not unusual to find such markings, and/or wood carvings on Boers rifles. CONDITION: Fine. About 70% of original finish is still present on metal. The finish is turning to brownish color. The stock shows some handling marks and dings. All the markings and stamps are clearly visible on the stock and on metal. Bore is in fine condition, with strong rifling. Mechanically, the rifle is in fine condition with crisp, strong action. Percussion lock works fine. The front sight blade is missing. All the parts of the action are in fine condition with no visible wear. Scarce South African military issue Westley Richards "Monkey Tail" rifle from the time of Boer War. Overall length is 48.75 inch. Barrel length: 33 inch.

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