(A) INCISE CARVED CONTINENTAL SWIVEL BREECH TAKEDOWN PERCUSSION CARBINE.

Sighted superposed barrels with an ingenious swivel mechanism that also acts as a takedown. Plain percussion lock with double set triggers. 2-piece walnut forend, one side mounted with a large iron sling eye, the other with a ramrod retained by a pair of iron ferrules. Stock is of Germanic form with a large shadow line cheek piece, incise carved flowing scroll, an iron sling eye, and heel plate. CONDITION: Good, Metal displays a present dark brown patina with a few oxidation sports on the lock. Hammer appears to be a blacksmith replacement. Stocks have dings and nicks throughout, as well as a small split at the breech. Rifling is somewhat worn although still defined with expected light black powder pitting. Action in need of adjustment. An interesting little gun.

Name

Value

Barrel Length

16 - 3/4"

Caliber/Bore

.42 Rifled

FFL Status

Antique

Manufacturer

European

Model

Swivel Breech Carbine.