A German air rifle with bullet reservoir, 18th century, Octagonal then round barrel with smooth, brass-lined bore in 11 mm calibre with brass front sight and iron rear sight. Smooth lock with external mechanism, on underside unscrewable copper air reservoir. Carved walnut full stock with patchbox, horn nosepiece and smooth brass furniture. No ramrod. Iron parts in rust film and soiled. Length cm. Early wind gun which can be well improved by cleaning. pneumatic weapon, weapons, arms, weapon, arm, gun, guns, military, militaria, object, objec, Additional-Rights-Clearance-Info-Not-Available
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Keywords: 18th, air, bullet, century, german, octagonal, reservoir, rifle
