A percussion rifle, Geneva, middle of the 19th century. Heavy octagonal barrel in 19 mm calibre, inscribed "W24" on the left side with an adjustable pendulum rear sight. Bayonet mounting. Engraved lock, (defective), inscribed "Rebsamen a Witherthur". Set trigger. Walnut stock with blank silver escutcheon and brass furniture. Wooden ramrod. One thimble with a small break. Length: 131 cm. With a corresponding hunting hanger, the blade slightly stained, a brass hilt and a black leather scabbard, also with brass furniture. Johann (Hans) Rebsamen (1775 - 1853) was g,
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