KING'S BODYGUARD RIFLE, second Restoration model, transformed into the July Monarchy National Guard. 27259

KING'S BODYGUARD RIFLE, second Restoration model, transformed into the July Monarchy National Guard. 27259

Eight-sided thunder barrel, marked “1817”, length 1.027 m. Caliber 17 mm. Walnut frame with long barrel. Brass thumb piece modeled on the Gardes-du-Corps du Roi in stamped brass modified by removing the fleur-de-lys, with the center of the old royal coat of arms engraved with the owner's initials "J B". All brass fittings attached to the mount by steel springs. Brass underguard cut in the shape of a stylized fleur-de-lis. Drum plate signed “Manuf Royale de Versailles”. Iron wand.
Total length of the weapon: 1.43 m.

France.
July Monarchy.
Very good state.

Provenance: former Jean Boudriot collection.

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This weapon is an old collector's weapon which cannot be used, it is inactive, the current cartridges cannot be used on this weapon which will not work.
In accordance with the law of March 6, 2012, which classifies weapons into 4 categories. Each category has rules for acquisitions and holdings. Classification is therefore essential. Decree No. 2013-700 of July 30, 2013 specifies the list of weapons specific to each category.
The weapon presented is in category D2 free possession, it can therefore be purchased without any restriction since it is inactive.