Fine Modern & Antique Arms - March 2023 : Sale A0323 Lot 756
AN 11X59mmR FRENCH MODEL 1866/74 ARTILLERY MUSKETOON MADE AT ST. ETIENNE, CIRCA 1881, serial no. 68233,

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AN 11X59mmR FRENCH MODEL 1866/74 ARTILLERY MUSKETOON MADE AT ST. ETIENNE, CIRCA 1881, serial no. 68233,
with 19in. barrel fitted with block and blade front-sight and ladder rear-sights, long bayonet bar at muzzle, stamped with French proof and inspection stamps at breech and 'S-1881', the left side of the action marked 'MANUFACTURE D'ARMS / ST. ETIENNE, MLE 1866-74 / M. 80', with correct bolt with turned down handle, regulation brass mounted full walnut stock with two spring retained barrel bands, the butt with French Ordnance roundel and central Pope's plug, complete with sling swivels and rod, barrel dirty and rusted overall with some finish under dirt, the stock with some wear



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Estimate £300-500

Sold as an exempt item under Section 58 (2) of the 1968 Firearms Act, to be held as a curiosity or ornament