JAPANESE TANGESHIMA MATCHLOCK RIFLE

SERIAL NUMBER: N/A, BARREL: 36", CALIBER: about .45 SMOOTHBORE MFG: EDO PERIOD 1600-1868. Full length octagon barrel with blade front sight with block rear sight. Brass back action Matchlock mechanism. Asian hardwood stocks pinned to barrel/ CONDITION, Very Good. Mostly smooth metal with a dark patina. . The brass has obtained a mellow mustard patina. The action worked when tested. There is a small brass piece that is loose from the rifle. It does not appear to affect working order and is included. Missing blade on front sight. The stock has minor handling marks and impressions. The bore is dark with frosting. ANTIQUE