{"product_id":"original-danish-norwegian-pillar-breech-flintlock-jager-rifle-model-1791-with-safety-dog-serial-890-circa-1800","title":"Original Danish \/ Norwegian Pillar Breech Flintlock Jäger Rifle Model 1791 with Safety Dog Serial 890 - Circa 1800","description":"\u003cp\u003eOriginal Item. Only One Available. This is a lovely example of what we believe is a Danish \/ Norwegian Model 1791 Flintlock Jäger Rifle, which was either originally fitted with or converted to a \"pillar breech\" type system. Similar to the later Minié ball, the \"pillar\" was intended to have the bullet pressed onto it, which would cause it to push out the bottom of the bullet to engage the rifling on the walls of the barrel. For this reason these rifles were supplied with sturdy ramrods with a large cup on the front, intended to help push the lead bullet onto the pillar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe rifle is fitted with a lovely \"Doglock\" style lock, which features a safety \"dog\" to the rear of the hammer, which would be engaged once the lock was set to half cock. While the lock does have a true functional half-cock position, they did not want to risk accidental discharge, so the dog was fitted, and is typical of Danish, Norwegian, and other Scandinavian firearms of the time. The rifled barrel measures 28 3\/4 inches long, an is fitted with a bayonet stand on the front right, as well as the distinctive two leaf flip up sight used by Danish \/ Norwegian arms of the time. The bore is approximately 18.5mm, with 5 groove rifling, and rifle measures 44 1\/4 in overall length, fitted with what is probably a beech wood stock. There were numerous different Models used during the 18th and early 19th centuries, many of which were made using modified components from previous models, so unfortunately we are not able to identify exactly what revision of the design this jäger rifle is.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere are no maker markings present on the rifle, except for what looks to be \u003cstrong\u003eAA\u003c\/strong\u003e on the front of the lock plate inside of the frizzen spring. We do see serial number \u003cstrong\u003e890\u003c\/strong\u003e on the right side of the barrel, on the tang of the barrel breech plug, and on the tang of the brass butt plate. We also however can see what look to be faded regimental markings on the left breech end of the barrel, as well as on the brass lock side plate, definitely giving this rifle some great potential for future research. The rifle comes complete with its VERY substantial iron ramrod assembly, with a large cup on the end intended to aid in pushing the bullet onto the pillar. Also, the brass ramrod pipes on this rifled musket are MASSIVE, definitely larger than we are used to seeing, but correct for pillar breech rifles. Both sling swivels are still present, and move well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCondition of the rifle is really very good, having been cleaned and restored by our expert antique gunsmiths to show it in its best light. The metalwork is in great shape, as is the stock, and it really has a fantastic look. The brass hardware shows a lovely mellow glow, and does not look to have been over cleaned. The lock is fully functional, holding at half cock, and firing at full. The bore is in very good condition, still showing strong rifling, with some areas of fouling and oxidation. The pillar at the bottom of the barrel is easily visible. The stock has a lovely patch box on the right side, which has a sliding wooden cover, which we have seen previously on Danish \/ Norwegian firearms. It locks in correctly, and is released by the button on the rear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA great example of a hard to find Danish \/ Norwegian jäger rifle, ready to research and display!\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":43477469397061,"sku":"ONDB21008","price":5995.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1524\/1342\/files\/ONDB21008MAIN.jpg?v=1756487225","url":"https:\/\/www.ima-usa.com\/products\/original-danish-norwegian-pillar-breech-flintlock-jager-rifle-model-1791-with-safety-dog-serial-890-circa-1800","provider":"International Military Antiques","version":"1.0","type":"link"}