{"product_id":"original-argentine-remington-rolling-block-model-1879-e-n-infantry-rifle-in-43-spanish-caliber-9","title":"Original Argentine Remington Rolling Block Model 1879 E.N. Infantry Rifle in .43 Spanish Caliber","description":"\u003cp\u003eOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a very good service used example of an Argentine Model 1879 Remington Rolling Block infantry rifle chambered in \u003cstrong\u003e.43 Spanish\u003c\/strong\u003e, or 11.15x57R Remington Spanish. Produced for the Argentine National Army, it retains the distinctive \u003cstrong\u003eMODELO ARGENTINO. 1879 E.N.\u003c\/strong\u003e marking on the barrel breech, its original military ladder rear sight with extension, three barrel bands, sling swivels, and the rugged single shot rolling block action that made Remington military rifles enormously successful throughout Latin America. The rifle shows honest wear, oxidation, and repeated cleaning from a long service life, but remains mechanically complete with a very good bore and attractive aged walnut stocks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is an antique black powder firearm manufactured before 1899. Under federal law, it may generally be owned within the United States without a special license or permit and does not require transfer through a Federal Firearms Licensee. However, state and local laws may vary. This firearm is sold solely as a historical collector’s item and has not been test fired or inspected for firing safety by a professional gunsmith. Any mechanical or bore observations provided below describe only its present condition and should not be interpreted as confirmation that the firearm is safe to load or fire. The purchaser is solely responsible for complying with all applicable federal, state, and local laws.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDuring the final decades of the 19th century, Argentina was rapidly modernizing its armed forces and purchased substantial quantities of military rifles abroad. Remington's Rolling Block action was already well established as a strong, simple, and reliable military system, and Argentina adopted versions of the rifle for national service before later transitioning to modern repeating Mauser rifles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis example is identified by the marking on the barrel breech:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMODELO ARGENTINO. 1879 E.N.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eE.N.\u003c\/strong\u003e abbreviation stands for \u003cem\u003eEjército Nacional\u003c\/em\u003e, or National Army. This marking is characteristic of Argentine Model 1879 Rolling Block rifles and carbines and provides the strongest identification of the arm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe upper receiver tang would originally have carried Remington's three line patent marking. On this example it has been completely worn away through long handling and cleaning. It would originally have read approximately:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eREMINGTONS ILION N.Y. U.S.A.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003ePAT. MAY 3D 1860 MAY 7TH JUNE 11TH NOV. 12TH, DEC. 24TH 1872\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eDEC. 31ST 1872 SEPT. 9TH 1875. JAN 12TH MARCH 18TH 1874\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLoss of this marking is not unusual on heavily used Rolling Blocks because of its exposed position along the wrist and upper tang.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo visible \u003cstrong\u003eR.A.\u003c\/strong\u003e within a circle was noted on this rifle. This marking, for \u003cem\u003eRepública Argentina\u003c\/em\u003e, is encountered on surviving Model 1879 arms, but we cannot determine whether it was originally present on this example and later worn away or whether it was simply never applied in a visible location. We therefore do not infer its history from the absence of the mark.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eImmediately below the model marking is a crudely stamped:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIIMANN\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe have not identified this marking. It may represent a later ownership, inventory, unit, or other service marking, but without supporting documentation it remains unattributed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA separate:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eB\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eis stamped on the left side of the barrel breech. Its significance is likewise unknown.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe measured the bore and examined the chamber, and the rifle appears to remain chambered for the original \u003cstrong\u003e.43 Spanish\u003c\/strong\u003e cartridge, commonly identified as 11.15x57R Remington Spanish. The chamber retains the characteristic bottleneck form associated with the original cartridge rather than the much straighter chamber profile of the later \u003cem\u003eReformado\u003c\/em\u003e conversion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe rifle retains its military ladder rear sight, which is similar in general form to contemporary European military sights such as those used on the Werndl. The sight remains functional, including the extension that pulls upward from the ladder.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOverall condition is very good for a rifle that clearly saw extended military service. The metalwork has developed a light gray and brown patina with evidence of old oxidation and subsequent cleaning. There is some staining around the muzzle, but we do not see major deep pitting or heavy rust damage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll three barrel bands remain present and carry their correct:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eU\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eorientation markings for \"up.\" Both sling swivels are also present and move freely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe rolling block action functions correctly during manual inspection and gives a crisp dry fire. The extractor presents when the breech is opened, although the rifle has not been tested with fired or empty cartridge cases. These observations describe only the present mechanical condition and should not be interpreted as confirmation that the rifle is safe to load or fire.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe bore is in \u003cstrong\u003every good condition\u003c\/strong\u003e, with a partly bright interior and clear lands and grooves. There is some evidence of past fouling and oxidation throughout, but the rifling remains well defined.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere is additional powder residue related corrosion visible toward the forward face of the breech block, consistent with prolonged use of black powder ammunition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe walnut stocks remain in very good service used condition and have developed an attractive red brown color. The wood shows the dents, dings, scratches, gouges, and other wear expected from a military rifle that remained in service for many years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe did not observe major structural cracks or other serious stock damage. The butt stock does show several old filled dents and gouges, most noticeably on the right side, where wood filler was applied long ago.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith its clear \u003cstrong\u003eMODELO ARGENTINO. 1879 E.N.\u003c\/strong\u003e marking, apparent original .43 Spanish chambering, intact military ladder sight, complete three band configuration, sling swivels, strong Rolling Block action, and very good bore, this is an appealing example of one of Argentina's important late 19th century military rifles. Its worn markings, oxidized patina, and stock repairs speak to genuine service rather than restoration, making it especially suitable for a collection of Remington military arms, Argentine martial firearms, Latin American service rifles, or late 19th century black powder breechloaders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications-\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYear of Manufacture: c.1879\u003cbr\u003eMaker: Remington \u0026amp; Sons\u003cbr\u003eModel: Argentine Contract Model 1879\u003cbr\u003eCaliber: 0.43\" - 11.15 x 57R Remington Spanish\u003cbr\u003eCartridge Type: Centerfire Cartridge\u003cbr\u003eBarrel Length: 35.5 Inches\u003cbr\u003eOverall Length: 52 Inches\u003cbr\u003eAction type: Rolling Breechblock External Hammer\u003cbr\u003eFeed System: Single Shot\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFederal Classification: Pre-1899 Antique\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNOTE: International orders of antique firearms MUST be shipped using UPS WW Services (courier). USPS Priority Mail international will not accept these. International customers should always consult their country's antique gun laws prior to ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Original Items","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46064063807557,"sku":"ONJR26SERA08","price":895.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1524\/1342\/files\/355D0A68-C577-4360-B159-03BFFA5D8A5F.jpg?v=1792439901","url":"https:\/\/www.ima-usa.com\/products\/original-argentine-remington-rolling-block-model-1879-e-n-infantry-rifle-in-43-spanish-caliber-9","provider":"International Military Antiques","version":"1.0","type":"link"}