Original Nepalese P-1878 Martini-Henry Francotte Patent .577/450 Short Lever Infantry Rifle - Rare U.S. Field Gear one of many designed in

one of many designed in the mid 19th century prior to the introduction of sealed cartridges

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This heavily customized and decorated example has the typical "matted" finish visible on the top of the barrel

Below this are some warnings about filling when stretched out

which is still clear:-

Original Nepalese P-1878 Martini-Henry Francotte Patent .577/450 Short Lever Infantry Rifle - Rare U.S. Field Gear one of many designed inOriginal Item: Only One Available. The Kingdom of Nepal in the Himalayas, a State under British "influence" since 1816, was constantly in need of the latest Military Equipment with which to discourage their neighbors. However, as with many of the areas in the Empire, the British were reluctant to give them the latest technology. When the British adopted the Martini Henry in 1871 this was not an item Britain was ready to share. but the Nepalese found a