A heavy German wheellock rifle (sporting rifle), circa 1670 Octagonal, in the centre slightly swamped barrel with ten-groove bore in 16 mm calibre. Dovetailed front sight with folding rear sight. Struck over the chamber a brass lined mark (griffon with sword) and gunsmith monogram “HNö. Lock with semi-internal wheel, spring-lock pan cover with button release. Pierced and engraved cock. The inside with remains of bluing, the springs slightly chiselled. Set trigger, inserted folding dioptre of later date. Iron furniture and inlays of engraved and, Additional-Rights-Clearance-Info-Not-Available
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