Original U.S. Marlin Ballard Patent Large Bore Special Order High End Sharpshooter's Rifle made in 1866 Spanish American War Two sizes tall and short

Two sizes tall and short

with some aluminum tags being issued as late as 1943

The company was founded in 1810 by Peter Daniel Lüneschloss

and a cover with steel handle

Original U.S. Marlin Ballard Patent Large Bore Special Order High End Sharpshooter's Rifle made in 1866 Spanish American War Two sizes tall and shortOriginal Item: One of a Kind. This has to be seen and handled to be justly appreciated. It is in really excellent condition, and comes fully Factory engraved with Deer and Buffalo Bison featured on either side of the frame. It bears serial number 12308 on the bottom front of the receiver, indicating 1886 manufacture. The MASSIVE Octagonal heavily blued barrel is 28 3 4" in length, with an added 1 3 4" round front section made from bright steel, which