Percussion rifle | McCord Museum

Percussion rifle

Marks or LabelsCanon : poinçons Birmingham (BP couronné {1904 - 1925}, BP couronné {depuis 1856}, BV couronné {since 1904}, NP couronné {depuis 1904}), CORDITE 75 - 480 MAX, 500 / 450 EX; crosse : 93/403, KYNOCH (Kynoch/CIL).

Date About 1905

Medium / Technique Metal: iron, steel; wood: walnut; horn

DimensionsHeight: 5.3 cm (2 1/16 in.) Barrel: 70 cm (27 9/16 in.) Width: 21 cm (8 1/4 in.) Length: 114.6 cm (45 1/8 in.) Weight: 6.7 kg (14.7 lb.)

ClassificationTools & Equipment for Science & Technology - Armaments - Firearms

Origin London, Greater London, England, Europe

Object Number1974.24.339

DivisionMaterial Culture - Military Objects and Weapons

CollectionStewart

CreditGift of Canadian Industries Limited (CIL)

Status

Not on view

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