{"product_id":"original-danish-norwegian-flintlock-jager-rifle-with-later-pillar-breech-alteration-safety-dog-and-matching-serial-no-2266","title":"Original Danish \/ Norwegian Flintlock Jäger Rifle with Later Pillar Breech Alteration, Safety Dog and Matching Serial No. 2266","description":"\u003cp\u003eOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is an original Danish or Norwegian military flintlock \u003cem\u003eJäger\u003c\/em\u003e rifle incorporating an earlier pattern Scandinavian lock, safety dog, five groove rifled barrel, sword bayonet mounting stud, two leaf rear sight, and a later pillar breech loading system. The barrel and breech plug bear matching serial number \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2266\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e. Its precise model designation and alteration history remain uncertain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is an antique black powder firearm manufactured before 1899. It is sold as a historical collector’s item and has not been test fired or evaluated by a professional gunsmith. The mechanical and bore observations below describe only its present condition and do not establish that it is safe to load or fire. The purchaser is responsible for complying with all applicable federal, state, and local laws.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe rifle has characteristics associated with Danish and Norwegian military \u003cem\u003eJäger\u003c\/em\u003e rifles of the late 18th and early 19th centuries. Numerous patterns and subsequent alteration models were used, and older locks, barrels, stocks, and fittings were sometimes incorporated into later configurations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe rifle was originally identified as possibly a Danish or Norwegian Model 1791, though similarities have also been noted with the Model 1803 and Model 1821 families. We were unable to confirm an exact model designation from the available markings and physical features.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe presence of the pillar breech, also known as a \u003cem\u003etige\u003c\/em\u003e system, indicates a later alteration. Scandinavian military arms were modified extensively during the 19th century, and Norwegian pillar breech alterations are particularly associated with conversion work undertaken after the adoption of that system in 1851. The rifle’s early style flintlock and later pillar breech may therefore represent an unusual arsenal alteration, assembly from components of different periods, or subsequent restoration. Its exact sequence of modification remains undetermined.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pillar breech system incorporates a metal stem rising from the face of the breech plug. During loading, the projectile was forced against the pillar with the ramrod, expanding its base outward into the rifling. This was intended to improve the projectile’s engagement with the bore while allowing it to be loaded more easily from the muzzle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pillar remains readily visible at the bottom of the bore. The rifle is accompanied by its exceptionally substantial iron ramrod, fitted with a large cupped head designed to press the projectile against the pillar. The brass ramrod pipes are correspondingly larger than those normally encountered on conventional muzzleloading rifles and appear consistent with the heavy pillar breech ramrod.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe rifled barrel measures 28 3\/4\" in length and has an approximate bore diameter of 18.5mm. Five groove rifling remains visible. Overall length is approximately 44 1\/4\".\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA bayonet mounting stud is fitted near the muzzle on the right side of the barrel. The top of the barrel carries the distinctive two leaf folding rear sight commonly associated with Scandinavian military rifles of this general family.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe rifle is fitted with a flintlock incorporating a separate safety dog positioned behind the cock. The lock has a functional half cock position, after which the safety dog can be engaged as an additional mechanical safeguard against accidental release.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe lock remains mechanically functional. It holds at half cock and releases correctly from full cock when the trigger is pulled. The safety dog remains present. These observations describe only the current mechanical action and are not a representation that the rifle is safe to load or fire.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo definitive manufacturer marking was located. A marking resembling a boxed:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eappears near the front of the lock plate inside the frizzen spring. Its precise meaning and attribution have not been confirmed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe right side of the barrel is serial numbered:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2266\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe same number appears on the tang of the breech plug, indicating that the barrel and breech plug are matching.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA small script letter:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eG\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eis present beside the alignment marks on the barrel and breech plug.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe right side of the breech is additionally marked:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eI5L\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeveral other numbers in this area are faint and no longer reliably legible. A marking on the rear portion of the brass trigger guard appears to read:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOn C\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe meanings of these markings remain unknown.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe stock appears to be beech and has the robust full stocked configuration associated with Scandinavian military rifles. We can see some repairs present as well as other signs of long service. A patch box is inlet into the right side of the butt and fitted with a sliding wooden cover. The cover locks correctly and is released by pressing the button at the rear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth sling swivels remain present and move freely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe rifle has been cleaned and restored in comparatively recent years. The iron surfaces now display a lightly oxidized patina with scattered staining and wear. No major remaining oxidation or deep pitting was observed, though the cleaning may have reduced or removed portions of the earlier surface patina.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe brass furniture displays an attractive mellow tone and does not appear excessively polished.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe bore remains in very good overall condition, with strong five groove rifling. Areas of earlier fouling and oxidation have been cleaned. The pillar at the breech remains clearly visible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith its unusual combination of early Scandinavian flintlock construction, functional safety dog, matching numbered barrel and breech plug, five groove rifling, visible pillar breech, massive cupped ramrod, bayonet mounting stud, two leaf sight, and sliding patch box, this is a particularly interesting military rifle worthy of further specialized study. The uncertain model attribution, later pillar breech alteration, unknown markings, recent cleaning and restoration, and undetermined sequence of modification are fully disclosed. It would make a notable addition to a Danish, Norwegian, Scandinavian military arms, \u003cem\u003eJäger\u003c\/em\u003e rifle, flintlock, or early projectile development collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications-\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYear of Manufacture: circa 1800\u003cbr\u003eCaliber: about 18.5mm rifled\u003cbr\u003eCartridge Type: Ball and Powder\u003cbr\u003eBarrel Length: 28 3\/4 Inches\u003cbr\u003eOverall Length: 44 1\/4 Inches\u003cbr\u003eAction type: Side action Lock with Dog Safety\u003cbr\u003eFeed System: Muzzle Loading\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHistory of the Denmark Norway firearms connection:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDenmark basically ruled Norway until 1814 however having taken the side of Napoleon Bonaparte in the Napoleonic wars which came to a temporary close in 1813. In 1814 Denmark was forced to grant Norway independence in 1814. In 1815 Napoleon raised his head again and was finally beaten at the Battle of Waterloo in 1815. Had the French won at Waterloo who knows what Scandinavia would look like today.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNorway had tens of thousands of old Danish produced muskets by 1814 - most of these were already at the point becoming obsolete. While Sweden started a huge production of \"new and modern\" flintlock long-guns in the early 1800's, the Norwegian army kept the Danish muskets for years to come. As better technology came, these old long-guns were gradually converted and modernized into a variety of models. The muskets from between the M1746 and the M1807 were all fairly similar and most of them were converted to one of the following models.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLittle work was needed to convert a flintlock to percussion which was done by removing the outer flintlock parts from the lock-plate, inserting a percussion bit on the barrel and a new hammer plus the dog catch. It was a very inexpensive exercise.\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":45433258311749,"sku":"ONDB21007","price":9995.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1524\/1342\/files\/ONDB21007.jpg?v=1785526094","url":"https:\/\/www.ima-usa.com\/products\/original-danish-norwegian-flintlock-jager-rifle-with-later-pillar-breech-alteration-safety-dog-and-matching-serial-no-2266","provider":"International Military Antiques","version":"1.0","type":"link"}