France - 18th century - Fusil ou carabine de chasse à Silex à un coup - Cavalerie - Flintlock - Rifle - 14 mm
One-shot flintlock shotgun or rifle - Eighteenth Century: Total length: 152 cm Barrel length: 112. 5 cm Calibre: 14 mm (approx.) , formerly 26 to the pound The hooked (so-called cow's foot) shape of the butt indicates a manufacture in the early or mid-18th century. Flat-bodied lock and hammer, with swan-necked hammer. All iron fittings. Wooden rod redone. Mechanism in reasonable condition, complete and functional. Smooth and round barrel, faceted at the bolt, with front sight and backsight adjuster Wood in good condition, no gaps. This weapon is in good original condition. Please see the pictures. I am happy to answer your questions. Good luck in the auction.
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One-shot flintlock shotgun or rifle - Eighteenth Century: Total length: 152 cm Barrel length: 112. 5 cm Calibre: 14 mm (approx.) , formerly 26 to the pound The hooked (so-called cow's foot) shape of the butt indicates a manufacture in the early or mid-18th century. Flat-bodied lock and hammer, with swan-necked hammer. All iron fittings. Wooden rod redone. Mechanism in reasonable condition, complete and functional. Smooth and round barrel, faceted at the bolt, with front sight and backsight adjuster Wood in good condition, no gaps. This weapon is in good original condition. Please see the pictures. I am happy to answer your questions. Good luck in the auction.