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A percussion schuetzen target rifle with bullet starter and "fake muzzle", John F. Wurfflein, Philadelphia/USA, circa 1860 Heavy octagonal barrel with patent breechblock and rifled bore in 9 mm calibre, dovetailed globe sight and adjustable rear sight. Barrel rib signed "John F. WURFFLEIN PHILADA". On muzzle stuck in brass/iron bullet starter. Florally engraved percussion lock with needle set trigger and repeated signature. Grained maple half stock with chequered butt, dioptre and florally engraved iron furniture. Replaced wooden ramrod. Length w, Additional-Rights-Clearance-Info-Not-Available
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