France, Third Republic (1870-1940).
Curious Chassepot system rifle (model 1866), faded markings and shortened.
Cal 11 mm. No serial number. All white metal parts stained in places. Brass fittings, trigger guard with Dreyse-type hand rest. Shortened and converted walnut stock, with cheekpiece, unmarked (tiny trace of boxwood pastille). Rod missing. Functional mechanism, needle present. Inside of barrel dirty with good scratches.
103 cm (barrel 53.5 cm).
(Model undetermined, converted to hunting? Fairly good condition).
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