help identify?

[vtbuck223]

Any info on this would be appreciated. I am familiar with Bannerman but haven't seen one like this yet. Breech is stamped something like "Bannerman patent breech". The gun is a "Quaker" being that the middle section of the barrel is wooden. Any info on this breech system or the gun would be appreciated.

 

[Stumpkiller]

I have found a "Bannerman Cadet Rifle" based on a Springfield 1861/4 (sidelock - not back action) with a wood barrel and all. Possibly Bannerman offerred various actions at various prices. They were used for drill rifles and ceremonies.


I don't spot that one - but here's a good link.
http://user.pa.net/~the.macs/BANNERMAN.html

 

[cas]

Sorry to bump this up, I'm just intrigued by how much it looks like a Werndel.

I wonder if there's a connection.

 

[vtbuck223]

"cas"...looks like you nailed it to me...the Werndl is an interesting rifle...thanks for responding.