A South German/Austrian Girandoni system air rifle in its case, circa 1800 Octagonal barrel with rifled bore in mm calibre, somewhat rough with good rifling, dovetailed brass front sight and elaborately cut rear leaf sight. In muzzle area and above chamber silver inlays and monogram "AF". Lateral tubular magazine, spring of cover lid missing. Centre piece and lock side plate made of brass with fine engravings. Lock and cock with fine floral engravings, screws blued, on the side opposite the lock setting screw for air supply. Carved forearm w, Additional-Rights-Clearance-Info-Not-Available
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License: Licensed
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