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FRENCH MODEL 1866 CHASSEPOT NEEDLEFIRE RIFLE.

Currency:USD Category:Firearms & Military Start Price:350.00 USD Estimated At:700.00 - 900.00 USD
FRENCH MODEL 1866 CHASSEPOT NEEDLEFIRE RIFLE.

Cal. 11mm French. S# B8655. Bbl. 32 1/2". Mismatched serial numbers. Unusual rifle w/ British Contract markings on the stock and no marks on the receiver side flats. Fixed front & ladder adjustable rear sights. Two bbl. bands & one piece stock. Top receiver flat & bolt flat both marked "EAGLE/CHASSEPOT/B8655". Left side buttstock painted "90" and stamped "THOMAS CHRISTY & CO 155 FENCHURCH STREET EC LONDON". CONDITION: metal is blued w/ strong color on the bands more dull on the barrel w/ bolt in the white & older patina. Stock has an added coat of varnish over light to moderate dings & dents. Bore is very good to near excellent, bright & strongly rifled. (01-22240/CW). ANTIQUE. $700-900.