Danish Remington Rolling Block Rifle, c.1872

A Danish Military Model 1867 Rolling Block Rifle, developed under licence with Remington and chambered for the now obsolete 11.7mm x 51 calibre cartridge. These service rifles represented a major international deal with Remington leading to other Scandinavian armies adopting the Rolling Block.

Ingeniously, the Danish armoury redesigned the action in 1872, allowing the rifle to shoot either rimfire or the newly adopted centre fire cartridges. This was down to the Danish Rolling Block having two firing pins that worked simultaneously firing whatever cartridge was chambered - This dual cartridge system was used in the manufacture of this rifle.

Presented in very good condition and strong working action, this rifle is regimentally stamped "3AB 1396" within a brass roundel in the butt. The bore is in mint condition and the screws appear to be generally untouched, with the woodwork having a small loss at the forend. It comes complete with its good original leather sling.



Barrel length = 33 inches

Code: 51301