Infantry Rifle Model 1822 T, Grenadier, Transformation 1840 - France - 19th Century

Infantry RIFLE model 1822 T, grenadier, conversion 1840
France
19th century
Steel, wood, brass
Overall length: 139 cm; Barrel length: 101 cm
Cal: 17 mm

Barrel with sides then round, control marks on the bottom.
Brass barley grain rear sight.
Flat percussion lock, marked ‘Manufacture Royale de Saint Etienne’.
Walnut frame with long barrel.
Recessed cheek stock, marked with macaroons, fleur-de-lys, French rooster; stamped ‘152’ and ‘65’.
Control marks.

Reference: 4925

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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.