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3228 - A percussion target rifle, Morgenroth in Gernrode, circa 1840
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A percussion target rifle, Morgenroth in Gernrode, circa 1840 Exceptional octagonal damask barrel with an eight-groove rifling, 13 mm. Above the chamber are two bands inlaid with silver; in front of them, the inscription “Morgenroth in Gernrode” is signed in silver inlay. The tail screw plate features deeply engraved scrollwork, an inlaid iron diopter, and an open thumb plate with a frame inlaid with gold. The recessed lock plate is engraved with hunting motifs and deep vine scrollwork; the signature is again inlaid in silver around the hammer. Smooth-firing percussion lock with an external hammer safety. Trigger with French set trigger. Solid walnut stock with horn tip, engraved iron fittings, and nickel silver-lined barrel wedges. Two-piece trigger guard crafted from blackened wood and iron; right-side butt compartment with a beautifully cut, spring-locked cover. Internal tool for changing the piston. Wooden ramrod with brass ferrule and matching threads. Length 123.5 cm. Condition: II +
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Armor, Edged Weapons, and Antique Firearms - IIAuction house
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