An Austrian repeating military air rifle model 1779, Girandoni action., Octagonal barrel with twelve groove rifling in mm calibre. Barrel length 830 mm. Dovetailed, iron fixed rear sight and brass front sight. The double eagle is stamped on the chamber. Spring loaded sliding tapered breechblock. Side mounted magazine for 20 round balls. Brass receiver (stamped with the serial number "1153", and "G" for Girandoni) and furniture, iron sling swivels. Sparingly carved walnut stock has some repairs, especially around the lock and at the muzzle. Replacement ramr,

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License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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