French Mle 1874 Gras Rifle, Tulle Arsenal 1878

Original era manufacture. 11mm, black powder single shot rifle designed by Colonel Basile Gras. This non-matching rifle is complete including its cleaning rod. The bore is bright with decent rifling. The stock shows typical dings and dents but no cracks or splits in the wood, Holy Water plug in place. The barrel and bands look to be re-blued with some light scattered pitting beneath, nothing severe, markings are clear and readable. Both sling swivels are in place. USA SALES ONLY.