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![]() "Percussion Philadelphia Target Rifle by Charles Foehl (AL5208) Guns International #: 102911223 Seller's Inventory #: AL5208 Category: Antique Rifles - Percussion - Antique Rifles - Target Seller's Information When emailing or calling sellers direct, please mention that you saw their listing on GunsInternational.com ![]() Seller: Collectors Firearms Company: CollectorsFirearms, Inc Member Since: 3/6/07 First Name: E-commerce Last Name: Department State: Texas Zip: 77063 Country: United States Phone: (713) 781-1960 Fax: (713) 781-6407 Platinum Seller Number of Active Listings: 7207 Seller: FFL Dealer Return Policy: 3 day inspection and return policy on used guns. Payment Types Accepted: M/C, VISA, American Express and Discover Description: "Percussion Philadelphia target rifle by Charles Foehl. With A.J. Plate Barrel, San Francisco retailer barrel marking. The overall length is 51½". The 32⅝" octagon .38 caliber barrel has an excellent bore with strong rifling. The barrel is a smooth blue/brown. The top flat is marked “CHAs Foehl/Phila." Just forward is the stamping “made for/ A.J. Plate/ San Francisco Co." The barrel rear sight dovetail is filled, there is a windage-adjustment tang sight. The lock, which has a gray patina, is stamped “CHAs Foehl/Phila". The German silver nose cap, trigger guard, and butt plate are fine. The trigger guard tang is numbered “12". The butt plate has a well-made Schuetzen type extension attached to the toe. The stock is very good with checkered wrist and no cracks or chips. The action works correctly. Charles Foehl (1863-1912) was issued multiple firearms patents, primarily for revolvers. He is known for percussion rifles and pistols. Joseph Plate (1818-1878) operated in San Francisco from 1850-1878. He was primarily a retailer. Price: $3,750.00 Antique: Yes |