France - série X pour l'instruction - CHASSEPOT GRAS 1874 - Artillerie - Centerfire - Rifle - 12 mm

ARTILLERY GRAS carbine or musket 1874: Total length: 995 mm Barrel length: 490 mm Weight: 3. 2 kg Calibre: 12 mm Model: 1874 The X series is for training weapons, they are rarer. There is no longer a bayonet tenon on this model and the barrel is smooth, the manufacture is not marked. Metal parts: all the markings are legible. Serial number X 1544 on the thunder and on the butt and T 2752 on the breech. Body marked M 1874. Moving breech mechanism in good condition, complete and functional, tight locking. Smooth round barrel that’s practically a mirror. Wood in very good condition. The rod is authentic but not the original. Note: this rifle was converted to a shotgun in 12 mm calibre. The rifle looks very nice. See photos, I will happily answer your questions. Sales only within France and Europe. Good luck in the auction.