Lot 5489
A, Mod. 75 converted Chassepot rifle, Tulle
Historical and Modern Firearms | A109s | Live auction | 1727 Lots
Description
Cal. 11,15x60R M71, SN. R 4009, matching numbers. Barrel length 57 cm, frosted bore. Folding rear sights, graduated to 1200 steps. Modified from a Chassepot Rifle “Manufacture Imperiale Tulle Mle. 1866” (ground off), converted for the German 71 cartridge. The shortened Chassepot rifles received a new upper band. Bent bolt handle. No Prussian inspectors' marks on the main parts. On the butt cap original French unit marking of Inf. Regt. 59. On the butt cap tang German unit mark “S.K.V./8”. Dark walnut full stock with iron cleaning rod. Good overall condition of a rare experimental variant. Length 107 cm.WBK: Attention - For this gun we will need to obtain an export license for you, based on your import permit (if needed in your country) or through your firearms dealer - more info here
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