France, Second Empire (1852-1870). - Lot 157

Lot n° 157
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France, Second Empire (1852-1870). - Lot 157
France, Second Empire (1852-1870). Privately made "Chassepot" rifle. Cal. 11 mm. Serial no. "66". Privately made by Chassepot, the breech lever is stamped with the imperial eagle resting on a banner marked "CHASSEPOT" and stamped "N°3". Numerous "C.B." hallmarks. All metal parts in bronze finish, lightened and cleaned at the breechcase, with small stained gray patina. It is fitted with a long-barreled walnut stock with painted "speckled" finish and hooked steel buttplate, bayonet mounting rail and ramrod present. Functional mechanism, barrel interior clean with good scratches. Needle present. 136 cm (barrel 80 cm). (Wear and minor accidents. Good condition).
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