52 - Infantry Rifle, Model 1793, known as the “Versailles” rifle, flintlock

Infantry Rifle, Model 1793, known as the “Versailles” rifle, flintlock Rifled barrel, square-sided, slightly flared toward the muzzle, stamped at the butt. Flat-bodied lock plate, marked “Mafre de Versailles,” and a swan-neck hammer with a round body. Brass fittings. Walnut stock with cheek piece. Iron ramrod. ABE (restored firearm; oxidation; hammer; trigger guard; trigger mechanism; spring assembly; and one rear lock plate screw)