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Beaumont-Vitali question
OlderFossil
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I've inherited some old firearms, including a Beaumont-Vitali rifle mfg. in 1876. I suspect that this one was cut down sometime in the past. Its barrel measures about 24-3/4" and from I've found, the original barrel measured about 32-1/2". Did they ever mfg. a carbine length version, or is it likely this one was cut shorter to make it easier to handle for hunting?
Art Berggreen
Art Berggreen
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The large European surplus arms dealers. The Dutch sold the rifles to. Converted some into carbines. They are listed in the Alpha 1911 catalog. Very poor woodcut illustration. The dimensions given are 40" long and 7 3/4 lbs. weight.
Another question, does this qualify as an antique rifle? Or am I better off still using an FFL if I sell it (ammunition can still be made/bought).