Percussion rifle

Manufacturer Royal Small Arms Factory (RSAF)

Marks or LabelsCanon : flèche WD, VR couronné fanions 1P, VR couronné fanions 2P, II*: mécanisme : VR couronné, 1859 ENFIELD; crosse : DC diamant {1867-1879}, 40 8 440.

Date 1867-1879

Medium / Technique Metal: steel, iron, brass; wood: walnut; skin: leather

DimensionsHeight: 5.2 cm (2 1/16 in.) Barrel: 92.7 cm (36 1/2 in.) Width: 20.1 cm (7 15/16 in.) Length: 137.2 cm (54 in.) Weight: 3.9 kg (8.6 lb.)

ClassificationTools & Equipment for Science & Technology - Armaments - Firearms

Origin London, Greater London, England, Europe

Object Number2000.23.12

DivisionMaterial Culture - Military Objects and Weapons

CollectionStewart

CreditGift of Centre d'Archives du Séminaire de Saint-Hyacinthe

Status

Not on view

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