2nd October 2012, 02:54 PM | #1 |
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European Rifle
145 cm long, French? Prussian?
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2nd October 2012, 03:15 PM | #2 |
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3rd October 2012, 05:57 PM | #3 |
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Although it looks like French model 1842 or 1857, the marks are not those used by French. Also the barrel bands in brass do not coincide.
I wouldn't know about the Prussian possibility; maybe other members know (a lot) more about that. Here is a link for French regulation arms: http://armesfrancaises.free.fr/les%20fusils.html . |
3rd October 2012, 07:59 PM | #4 |
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Hi,
This looks very like an 1809/39 Prussian/Potsdam musket with the percussion conversion. I don't think it is exactly this model but as they are not absolutely identical but close enough to have come from the same parentage. The copperplate style L could indicate one of the Bavarian Ludwigs but I would have thought it would be surmounted by/atop a crown if this were the case. I would suggest it would be worthwhile pursuing the 1809/39 route as it may be a variant for a particular unit e.g pioneers or artillerymen? Hope this is of some help. Regards, Norman. P.S. Images are of the 1809/39 musket. Last edited by Norman McCormick; 3rd October 2012 at 08:53 PM. |
5th October 2012, 07:50 PM | #5 |
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Many Thanks!
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