Lot 5423
A civil defence rifle, 1st half of the 19th century
Historical and Modern Firearms | A109s | Live auction | 1727 Lots
Description
Smooth bore in 17.8 mm calibre, iron front sight on top, V-notch rear sight on the top tang. Converted percussion lock, no maker's marks on the lock plate. Walnut full stock with brass furniture. Stock and brass furniture previously cleaned and lacquered. All iron parts lightly rusted. Seven holes of 3 mm diameter on the left side of the stock, purpose unknown. Unit markings “L.621.A. (?)” on the right side of the butt. Upper band spring and upper band missing, as is the ramrod. Condition as discovered, improvable by cleaning. Length 150 cm.Condition: III - Questions about the lot?