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“ZULU” Marked BELGIAN Snider Single Shot Shotgun Guns International #: 101079704 Seller's Inventory #: 6481 Category: Shotguns - Belgium - Shotguns - French Seller's Information When emailing or calling sellers direct, please mention that you saw their listing on GunsInternational.com Seller: AncestryGunsLLC Company: Ancestry Guns LLC Member Since: 11/3/16 State: Missouri Zip: 65203 Country: United States Phone: (314) 707-7373 International Phone: 314-707-7373 Platinum Seller Number of Active Listings: 1476 Total Number of Listings: 29973 Seller: FFL Dealer Return Policy: 3 day inspection and return policy on used guns. Payment Types Accepted: Credit Card, Certified Check, Money Order Description: “ZULU” Marked BELGIAN Snider Single Shot Shotgun “An admirable Boy’s or Farmer’s Gun” Here we present a “ZULU” Tabatiere Breech-loading Shotgun. The origin of this shotgun is an interesting one. Originally, this was an 1857 French musket. Soon after they converted these muzzleloaders to breech-loaders, using the Snider system, so that they became known as the System 1867. They were used in the Franco-Prussian War in which the French were defeated. By the end of the war, the French decided that the converted muskets were unacceptable and once again updated their arsenals, this time with the 1874 Gras. Being that there was no military use for these surplus guns as they were, a Belgian gunmaker, Bertrand & Fils, had the idea to convert these (for a second time) into shotguns. The name “Zulu” was probably inspired by the British Colonial Zula War of 1879, around the time period where sales of these guns was at its highest. Imports to the United States were good throughout the end of the 19th Century, until domestic production of single shot shotguns caught up with competitive options. Companies like E.C. Meacham in St. Louis and Sears & Roebuck in Chicago both sold these and marketed them as “an admirable Boy's or Farmer's Gun, and fills a long-felt want for a good breechloader at a moderate price. 12 gauge, 7 1/2 pounds, 33 inch. Uses regular brass or paper shells.” This as the Western portion of the United States was still quite unsettled and need for affordable workhorse firearms was high. This one is marked “ZULU” on the top of the barrel. The shotgun is littered with Belgian proof marks throughout. The breech-block is spring-loaded so it can be used as a handle to eject the spent cartridge. The overall condition is good. Steel is smooth and dark. Markings are clear. The walnut stock is solid. The bore is in good condition. The action is excellent and strong. Here is a single shot shotgun with a diverse history! This firearm is classified as a Curio & Relic. Barrel is 32 inches. Caliber: 12 Gauge Overall condition as seen in photos. Very Fast. Very Safe. FREE SHIPPING. Will need to be sent to your local FFL or C&R licensee. This firearm is classified as a Curio & Relic. Guaranteed AUTHENTIC & Includes CERTIFICATE OF AUTHENTICITY. ancestryguns $550 #6481 SOLD Curio/Relic: Yes |