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This is a very MINTY Euroarms 1858 two band Enfield. I believe it to be unfired, as a swab of mirror bright bore showed a small carbon ring, likely front cap snapping. Minor handling marks, with small, shallow scratch on stock. $700 + Shipping. Here is what the Euroarms website says;
Developed for the British Admiralty in the late 1850's this unique rifle has a heavier 5-grooved barrel. The heavier barrel was needed to withstand the leverage of a naval cutlass bayonet but also was found to contribute to improved accuracy. In our recreation of this famous naval rifle we referred to the original 1858 two-band Enfield kept in the Tower of London and faithfully followed the original specification. Our reproduction 1858 has consistently won top honours in military rifle competitions in countries all over the world. It currently holds the worlds record with ninety nine points and took four out of seven top places in the European Championships in 1988. | |
| Specification: Naval Rifle pattern 1858 two band. Calibre: .577" Barrel Length: 33" Overall Length: 48 1/2" Weight: 8lb 8 oz (approx). Stock: Seasoned Walnut with solid brass furniture. Barrel: 5 grooves 1 in 66" twist Sights: rear sight graduated to 900 yards, front sight fixed. |
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