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Percussion rifle

Marks or LabelsCanon : poinçons belges (EL {depuis 1852}, ELG* couronné {depuis 1891}, Perron {depuis 1853}); carcasse : W.v. STEIGER THUN

Date 1869-1874

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

DimensionsHeight: 6.1 cm (2 3/8 in.) Barrel: 84.1 cm (33 1/8 in.) Width: 18.1 cm (7 1/8 in.) Length: 83.6 cm (32 15/16 in.) Weight: 4.3 kg (9.5 lb.)

ClassificationTools & Equipment for Science & Technology - Armaments - Firearms

Origin Thun, Bern, Switzerland, Europe

Object Number1974.24.65

DivisionMaterial Culture - Military Objects and Weapons

CollectionStewart

CreditGift of Canadian Industries Limited (CIL)

Status

Not on view

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