Original Excellent British 19th Century James Purdey of London 25 Bore Big Game Percussion Rifle Serial 2057 - Made in 1830 U.S. Military Maps A signal lamp (sometimes called

A signal lamp (sometimes called an Aldis lamp or a Morse lamp) is a semaphore system using a visual signaling device for optical communication

000 feet about (25) miles from the target

It is nicely marked on the reverse with maker Whitehead-Hoag and Sterling

The new rifle was now ready for general issue to the troops

The chinstrap is mostly complete

Original Excellent British 19th Century James Purdey of London 25 Bore Big Game Percussion Rifle Serial 2057 - Made in 1830 U.S. Military Maps A signal lamp (sometimes calledOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a magnificent Percussion hunting rifle of approximately 25 Bore, intended for "big game" as one might find when traveling to various parts of the Victorian British Empire. It was made by one of the most legendary names in high end bespoke hunting guns, James Purdey of London. Founded in 1814 by James Purdey the Older, it continues in operation today as one of the most, if not THE most prestigious maker of