Guns International #: 101093340
Seller's Inventory #: PRUSSIAN NEEDLE CARBINE #908
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Guns International #: 101093340
Category - Antique Rifles - Cartridge
- Military Rifles - Antique
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Seller:
Vintage Antique Weapons
Member Since: 2/8/11
State:
Oregon
Country: United States
Phone: (541) 267-7011
Fax: (541) 267-7011
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Total Listings: 399
Seller Type:Private Seller
Return Policy: 3 day inspection and return policy on used guns and accessories.
3 days Payment Methods: U.S.P.S M.O. or Bank Cashiers Chk. Personal
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PRUSSIAN MODEL 1857 NEEDLE FIRE CARBINE
Description: Serial # 908 Scarce Prussian Dreyse Model 1857 cavalry needle carbine made at the Dreyse, Sommerda factory in the 1857, as indicated by the markings on the receiver. 15.43 caliber. The Dreyse needle gun is a military breach loader. The gun was the invention of the gunsmith Johann Nikolaus von Dreyse, who in 1836 produced the first complete needle-gun. It became famous as the main battle weapon of the Prussians, who adopted it for service in 1841. Its name comes from the needle-like firing pin, which passed through the paper cartridge case to impact a percussion cap at the bullet base. The Dreyse is also the first breech-loader to use the bolt action to open and close the chamber, executed by turning and pulling a bolt handle. Matching serial numbers on receiver, barrel, bolt, and firing pin encasement. All the serial numbers are original. Numerous German proofs on metal. The left side of the receiver and barrel displays the Prussian Eagle. The left side of the octagonal part of the barrel displays Prussian Crown over "FW". Brass buttplate and trigger guard. Iron nose cap. Steel barrel rifled with four grooves. Full length walnut stock. Manufactured without barrel bands. Saddle ring is located behind the trigger guard. No provision for the cleaning rod. Features a 15" barrel. Bore is strong. Metal is brown patina. Action works fine. Wood is excellent with no cracks or chips, just a few minor battle bruises. Very scarce early carbine in much better than average condition.Buyer pays $35.00 shipping to lower 48 states. I accept USPS Money Orders or Bank Cashier's Check. Will accept Personal Check, with shipping hold. Add 3% for Credit Card Purchase. Three day, non-firing, non-disassembly, inspection period. If returned, for any reason, full refund, less shipping. Layaway Available! ANTIQUE! SOLD Antique: Yes Manufacturer: DREYSE PATENT Model: 1857 Serial Number: SERIAL #908 Caliber Info: 15mm Bore: 15 Chambers: ONE Ejectors: bolt Condition: VERY GOOD Metal Condition: VERY GOOD Wood Condition: VERY GOOD Bore Condition: strong/light pitting Barrels: ONE Barrel Type: ROUND Action: bolt Triggers: ONE Gauge Info: 15 mm Stock: HARDWOOD Stock Dimensions: 31.5 Butt Pad: brass Finish: PATINA Sights: BARREL Manufacture Date: 1857 |
Guns International #: 101093340
Seller's Inventory #: PRUSSIAN NEEDLE CARBINE #908
Guns International #: 101093340
Seller's Inventory #: PRUSSIAN NEEDLE CARBINE #908