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Enfield Snider 577 cal NVSN

Currency:USD Category:Firearms & Military Start Price:150.00 USD Estimated At:300.00 - 600.00 USD
Enfield Snider 577 cal NVSN
***Unsafe to Fire*** British military single shot rifle features side hinged breech block, external hammer with lock plate, 36" barrel, blade front sight, "V" notch rear sight with flip up elevator ladder, sling swivels. Bore is poor condition, showing a light coat of rust and some visible rifling remaining. Metal surfaces are mostly patina brown color, with brighter colored thin rust in many places. Wood stock appears sanded, with loose bands, no finish, darker color staining in dents. Front edge of breech block has been ground and will not properly support a cartridge - cannot be fired safely. Brass buttplate has large round knob protruding rearward from toe. Markings include Enfield cartouche on right of butt, "II*" on top of receiver, "1862 ENFIELD" and "(crown)/(arrow)" on lock plate. Condition is NRA Poor (DO NOT ATTEMPT TO FIRE) *** Antique Firearm ***