I don't have a clue, but I think I like it. Seriously cool.
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It's looking like a M1858/67 Bavarian Podewils-Linder Rifle in 13.7mm.....google should have something on it.
Nope - Year of Manufacture: circa 1860. Action on this rifle is stamped 1802 or is the date stamp ... 1862?It's looking like a M1858/67 Bavarian Podewils-Linder Rifle i
Last edited by John Boy; 03-03-2020 at 11:46 AM.
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John
Nope - Year of Manufacture: circa 1860. Action on this rifle is stamped 1802It's looking like a M1858/67 Bavarian Podewils-Linder Rifle i
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John
1802 predates the first patent for percussion caps. From the look of the small "0" next to the other number it looks as if the lock was actually stamped 1862 with a damaged #6 or unevenly so the top of the "6" doesn't show. Don't think this would be one of the cases where a much older lock was reused like some percussion conversions. Looks like Rodie got it.
I knew someone here could help, Thank's y'all
Now, should I make a hammer for it and test it? No, but this will make an interesting wall hanger!
Some cause happiness wherever they go, others whenever they go.
Just weird enough to pique my interest.
Make a hammer and shoot it, if it is in shoot-able condition.
HECK, hunt with it next season!
Last edited by TCLouis; 03-05-2020 at 12:25 PM.
Amendments
The Second there to protect the First!
I think it'd be great fun to shoot, I wonder though how well the bolt seals.....could be a bit of gas heading backwards. I know I'd have a hammer on and find out what it can do with a bore that size. No cases to form, just roll up some paper cartridges and have at it.
According to the interweb, 13.7mm translates to .539ish, so it's kinda big and they're always fun.
At one time Dixie Gun Works had an impressive collection of used parts, not sure about now but uyou might call ad ask. Worst case is no but they may know of other sources.
Don't go by lock dates. Many older flint type locks were reworked by the arsenals for use with percussion rifles.
That is an interesting old rifle !
I wonder if it holds the record for the most locking lugs on a bolt action ?
Don't know what your plans include for this rifle, but the first time out I think I would tie it in an old tire and use a LONG string on the trigger........................
Nice.
How does the bolt work????
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