Ballila's Rifle
Italy
19th century
Wood, steel
Long. total: 75.3; Long. barrel: 47.5 cm
Cal.: 6 mm

Barrel with sides, then round, marked "FMB", "GRAZIAN VERONA" "1940 VIII" and control mark. Breech and receiver type gras. All fittings in bronzed and yellowed steel, loops for sling.
Walnut frame with buttstock; markings on the buttstock and serial number “50475”.
Retractable bayonet.
Garage with tool in the butt plate. Collector's label.
Missing charger.

Ref.: 6140

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