Original British Westley Richards Monkeytail Percussion Short Rifle Dated 1883 U.S. Army the official supplier to Her

the official supplier to Her Majesty the Queen's Household Cavalry

This is an excellent early example of the Model 1905 bayonet designed for use with the Springfield 1903 rifle

Overall condition is very good with some original blued finish which breaks down to 80% on the frame and straps

the unit broke out at Marigny

In addition this set comes with seven additional 25 round magazines (8 total) all similarly marked in their twin magazine pouches with carry belt

Original British Westley Richards Monkeytail Percussion Short Rifle Dated 1883 U.S. Army the official supplier to HerOriginal Item: Only One Available. This single shot breechloading carbine incorporates Whitworth pattern hexagonal rifling to stabilize the long length . 45 caliber projectiles it fires. It was dubbed the Monkeytail by the British, South African and Portuguese troops that were issued it based on the shape of loading lever for the breech. This artillery carbine features 24" barrel of heavy construction and is marked WHITWORTH PATENT directly in front