INFANTRY RIFLE model 1822 T, grenadier, transformation 1840 - France - 19th century

INFANTRY RIFLE model 1822 T, grenadier, transformation 1840

France

19th century

Steel, wood, brass

Long. total: 139 cm; Long. barrel: 101 cm

Cal.: 17 mm

Barrel with sides then round, control punches on the underside.

Brass barley grain focus point.

Flat percussion plate, marked “Manufacture Royale de Saint Etienne”.

Walnut frame with long barrel.

Stock with hollow cheek, marked with macaroons, fleur-de-lys, French rooster; serialized “152” and “65”.

Control punches.

Ref.: 4925

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This collector's weapon is, according to article L311-2 of the Internal Security Code, classified as a collector's weapon, category D. Its acquisition and possession are free. We remind you that their sale is prohibited to minors.