February 7-28, 2022 Timed Online Only Firearms Auction
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 2/28/2022
French Chassepot Kynoch Conversion bolt action rifle. Made circa early 1870s in France and later converted to fire the 11x60R Mauser cartridge. This conversion was done at the Kynoch factory in England. Top of the barrel is marked "KYNOCH-GUN-FACTORY-ASTO, with the left side marked "MUSKET-43-77-380". Receiver is marked "KYNOCH'S PATENT" on the left side. Left side of the stock is marked "U.F. MFG.CO.". No import mark found. Mismatched serials throughout. Stock roundel has been plugged with no markings visible. Bayonet lug still present on the barrel. Blade front sight with a rear tangent adjustable to 1000 meters. Metal components have a a blued finish turning to a heavy brown patina in most areas. Stock has an arsenal applied oil finish. CONDITION: Metal retains little finish, with most areas forming a brown patina. Wood has handling marks, dents and scratches. Bore has some frosting, but rifling remains crisp. Mechanically fine. JWA