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My Collecting "philosophy" and the "universe" of what I focus on.
(To identify a Non-US issued / Black Powder Metallic Cartridge / Military / Rifle).
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Military Rifles in the Age of Transition
(Non-U.S.) Black Powder, Metallic Cartidge, Military Rifles
1865 to 1890
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M1880 Bulgarian Berdan
GENERALLY: The Russian Berdan was apparently adopted by the then newly autonomous Bulgaria. Any additional information would be appreciated.
PHOTO: The rifle shown is a M1870 Russian Berdan II manufactured by the Imperial Arsenal in Tula.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS: Stamped with the "Crown A" cypher of Alexander I.
MISC NOTES:
FURTHER READINGS: (I would like any information which any reader might have. Thank you)
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*Rifles of the World , John Walter, DBI Books, 1993, pg 31.
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Updated: Oct 29, 2021
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