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FRENCH MODEL 1842 BREECH-LOADING PERCUSSION RAMPART RIFLE.

Currency:USD Category:Firearms & Military Start Price:1,500.00 USD Estimated At:3,000.00 - 5,000.00 USD
FRENCH MODEL 1842 BREECH-LOADING PERCUSSION RAMPART RIFLE.
NSN. Cal. .735 Groove diameter. Hexagonal Whitworth type rifling. 39-3/8" Tapered round bbl has folding swivel mount affixed around breech end with collar. Bbl is mounted with ladder type long range rear sight, and post front. Bbl screws into massive breechloading receiver that has sliding block, which tips up for loading powder charge. When in forward position a large locking lug with folding spring loaded handle, can pivot into place at rear, locking breech. Top of action is stamped "2" and "60". Rear strap is engraved "Mle 1842". Back action lock with large serpentine percussion hammer, is marked "Mre Rle de St Etienne". European walnut straight stock has steel buttplate, and is marked with proof (or inspectors mark) on right side. Weight: 34 lbs 12 oz. PROVENANCE: Barnes Family Collection. CONDITION: Good. Metal parts have silver gray patina overall. Stock is fine, with numerous minor marks. Bore is fine, dark in grooves. Lock is crisp. 4-47661 MGM162