Lot 5466
A needle-fire rifle U/M, Dreyse System
Historical and Modern Firearms | A109s | Live auction | 1727 Lots
Description
A converted breech-loading Jaeger rifle M 1835/47 (matching numbers). Octagonal, rifled barrel with seven lands and grooves, bright bore, calibre 15 mm. On the chamber area and to the left of the muzzle an inventory number of the “Kasseler Fundus”. Rear sight with four folding flaps. To the right of the muzzle a modified bayonet lug. On the left side of the receiver acceptance marks, maker's mark “Soemmerda N.D.” and model. A Dreyse-system bolt action. Full stock with brass furniture. Right-side butt trap with spring-loaded cover. The stock with distinct signs of age and use. Cleaning rod missing. Length 112 cm.Condition: II Questions about the lot?
