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Hara_morin 2nd October 2012 02:54 PM
European Rifle
 
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145 cm long, French? Prussian?

Hara_morin 2nd October 2012 03:15 PM
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marks

fernando 3rd October 2012 05:57 PM
Although it looks like French model 1842 or 1857, the marks are not those used by French. Also the barrel bands in brass do not coincide.
I wouldn't know about the Prussian possibility; maybe other members know (a lot) more about that.
Here is a link for French regulation arms:

http://armesfrancaises.free.fr/les%20fusils.html

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Norman McCormick 3rd October 2012 07:59 PM
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Hi,
This looks very like an 1809/39 Prussian/Potsdam musket with the percussion conversion. I don't think it is exactly this model but as they are not absolutely identical but close enough to have come from the same parentage. The copperplate style L could indicate one of the Bavarian Ludwigs but I would have thought it would be surmounted by/atop a crown if this were the case. I would suggest it would be worthwhile pursuing the 1809/39 route as it may be a variant for a particular unit e.g pioneers or artillerymen? Hope this is of some help.
Regards,
Norman.

P.S. Images are of the 1809/39 musket.

Hara_morin 5th October 2012 07:50 PM
Many Thanks!


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