Vintage French Breech-Loading Rifle "Snuff Box Rifle"
(8036MOM-C)
LIMITED ITEM. SURPLUS - PREVIOUSLY OWNED. Once they are gone, we may not get any more. Sold As Is - NON-REFUNDABLE. You must pick up this Pistol from the store when Larry Hahn is in the store or make arrangements for the rifle to be shipped dealer to dealer to purchase. Call store to work on price of shipping (702) 649-6819.
As the demand for breech loading firearms grew during the civil war, countries faced a challenge: how to convert their surplus muzzle loading weapons into modern, metallic cartridge weapons. The solution came in the form of the Snider or Tabatiere conversion method, which was widely used in the late 1870's. However, as quantities of French converted rifles entered the surplus market with no buyers, a decision was made to repurpose them as inexpensive shotguns. This involved reaming out the rifling, removing original markings, and proofing the barrels. The rifles were then modified with cut-down stocks, a front sight bead, and the removal of the rifle sights.
Features of the Rifle:
- Condition: Previously Owned - Very Good (There is wear and corrosion to be expected)
- Years of Manufacture: late 1800's
- Ammunition Type: Centerfire Cartridge
- Barrel Length: 33"
- Overall Length: 51"
- Spring acts as a breech locking device and firing pin retaining pin
- Number Stamped on Item: 13001
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LIMITED ITEM: Limited Availability. ONCE THEY ARE GONE WE WILL NOT GET ANY MORE. Available for pickup in our store in Las Vegas, or make arrangements for the rifle to be shipped dealer to dealer to purchase.. The purchaser is responsible for conforming to all applicable Country, State and Local laws. All items with a combined total of $100.00 or any collectable items (one of a kind) will be shipped with SIGNATURE REQUIRED.