Mukahla Flintlock Rifle - Morocco - 19th Century

Mukahla flintlock rifle
Morocco, 19th century
Silver, steel, wood, brass
Overall length: 157 ; Barrel length: 121 cm 
Caliber: 14 mm

Fluted and round barrel, held to the frame by nine silver and one steel nasturtiums, decorated with floral and geometric motifs. Flintlock lock with steel chenapan. Chased steel ramrod. Wooden frame with silver fittings and nails. Stock decorated en suite. The tail of breech is raised again of cut out silver. The decoration is completed with engraved silver and brass ornaments. The trigger guard is made of salted brass, embellished with silver cut-outs. Steel buttplate.

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According to Article L311-2 of the French Internal Security Code, this collector's weapon is classified as a Category D collector's weapon. It is free to acquire and hold. We remind you that the sale of these weapons to minors is prohibited.