Original 19th Century U.S. Underhammer Percussion .38 Caliber Sporting Gun - Circa 1845 German Badges & Signs though the visor itself is

though the visor itself is a bit loose

Dating to the late Victorian era of 1880-1900

000 of these guns were made that first year and this example is serial number 8894

All are very heavily nickel-plated for sanitary purposes

with what appears to be a well retained paint or possibly repaint

Original 19th Century U.S. Underhammer Percussion .38 Caliber Sporting Gun - Circa 1845 German Badges & Signs though the visor itself isOriginal item: Only One Available. Here we have a very nice example of an American single shot hunting gun, utilizing an "Underhammer" percussion design. It features the classic American hook butt plate in brass together with brass Patch Box fitted to a quality walnut butt stock. It measures 43 1 2" in overall length, with a 27 1 2" octagonal barrel with a bore of approximately . 39" and five groove rifling. It is fitted with a long adjustable rear