Description

Very interesting conversion of Lorenz to carbine length for use by national police service (Gendarmerie). Wanzl action with forward tilting breech block and beavertail cocking knob. Lock plate numbered 863 for manufacture date 1863. Austrian eagle stamped on tail of lock plate. Barrel marked 68 for year of manufacture of barrel 1868, bore has strong rifling, dark with surface corrosion, 14mm x 33R cartridge. Elaborate nose cap, cleaning rod and two sling swivels. Overall length 41 ¼ inches, barrel 24 inches. Missing firing pin. Antique rifle, no license required to purchase or own.