carbine, cut down, Prussian Pattern 1839 rifle, carbine
Accession Number
NAM.1999-06-73-1
Description
Pattern 1839 Prussian rifle cut down to make a carbine, 1895 (c). Associated with Trooper W T Wilkins, British South African Police, and the Jameson Raid (1895-1896).. Converted to Minié rifled system in 1855, acquired in South Africa when used as a trade gun. With cheekpiece. Cock missing and with cord wrapped around.
Campaigns
South Africa, Jameson Raid (1895-1896)