Original Civil War Era Austrian Model 1849 Percussion Rifle-Musket - Jaeger Rifle Category_MG 34 Bolt & Barrel Assembly This accounts for a lot

This accounts for a lot of variations in styles

Note: This gun is NOT considered obsolete calibre

This is a wonderful named example of a very hard to find early configuration jump jacket from the 501st Parachute Infantry Regiment

This is one of the finest most detailed journal photos albums we have ever encountered

Exterior front of helmet bears Sergeant Chevrons

Original Civil War Era Austrian Model 1849 Percussion Rifle-Musket - Jaeger Rifle Category_MG 34 Bolt & Barrel Assembly This accounts for a lotOriginal Item: Only One Available. With only a 32 1 2" heavily rifled barrel, this was originally issued as a "Jaeger Rifle" to Austrian elite troops. It appears to be a conversion from Flintlock when it may well have been a smooth bore musket, or constructed as such with older Flintlock parts. The front barrel band is iron, while the trigger guard, butt plate, and side plate are brass. The original "V" back sight is unfortunately absent, but it does