NO. K 42381, DATED 1870
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A 54-Bore French Model 1866 Chassepot Bolt-Action Needle-Fire Service Rifle
No. K 42381, dated 1870
With barrel sighted to 1200 meters, bolt housing stamped 'Manufacture Impriale St. Etienne Mle 1866', walnut three-quarter stock (refinished, with small repair at the breech), regulation steel mounts, sprung barrel bands, sling swivels, cleaning-rod, and bayonet dated 1873
32in. (82.5cm.) barrel
No. K 42381, dated 1870
With barrel sighted to 1200 meters, bolt housing stamped 'Manufacture Impriale St. Etienne Mle 1866', walnut three-quarter stock (refinished, with small repair at the breech), regulation steel mounts, sprung barrel bands, sling swivels, cleaning-rod, and bayonet dated 1873
32in. (82.5cm.) barrel