Although they look European at a first glance, I think they're Turkish made for export. One European characteristic is the separate ram rod. Also, the lock appears to be of better quality than most Eastern European/Balkan/Turkish guns I've seen.
The punch marks are cryptic, and I have not heard of the name stamped under the breech.
The chasing or chisel work also is a strong indication of that region.
Silver wire inlay, ditto.
These appear to be of pretty good quality, and not the late slipshod work too often seen.
I would like to see some close ups of the lock from both sides.
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