Good Model 1879 EN Remington Rolling Block Rifle

Another excellent Argentine rolling block rifle, about mint bore with crisp mechanics and very nice walnut stock from the reneged Argentine contract. Argentina purchased several thousand of these rifles but in mid contract decided to purchase Mauser bolt action rifles and did not take delivery. As these were not used in anger they are generally in excellent condition having been stored for nearly 100 years until the Bannerman company found them.This is Arsenal refinished as the entire hoard was and a good example to enhance any collection,
There are no cracks or other defects on the wood other than one small patch that has been lightly cleaned during arsenal refurbishment and the Remington "R" cartouche is still extant on the walnut stock. The rifle has the Argentina 1879 EN stamp on the Knox, three line Remington patent dates on the tang and original cleaning rod. Should you wish to put this onto a FAC reloading equipment is available. This is the only Remington rolling block rifle contract made with an octagonal knox and also the only rifle with a substantial Werndel type rear sight that is excellent in every respect. Altogether as good a rolling block that you could find.

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