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JOH. MULLER IN BERN PERCUSSION SCHUETZEN RIFLE

Currency:USD Category:Firearms & Military Start Price:500.00 USD Estimated At:1,000.00 - 1,500.00 USD
JOH. MULLER IN BERN PERCUSSION SCHUETZEN RIFLE
Ornate heavy barrel percussion Schuetzen rifle made by Muller in Bern Switzerland. Features his unique two piece full length walnut stock, intricate checkered wrist, back action lock stamped JOH MULLER IN BERN. This same stamp can be found on the 32" heavy octagon barrel. There are double set triggers and target rear sight with globe front. Very heavy swiss butt plate. Original heavy oak rod. Butt stock is highly grained. The lower tang plate runs from guard to butt. With exception to the barrel, all other large metal areas are fully hand engraved in German scroll. Bore is 45 caliber. Condition. Barrel is a smooth even brown finish with bold barrel legends. This same patina is found on all metal. Stock is excellent with usual dings. Bore is strong. An exceptionally nice rifle. ANTIQUE