An Unusual German 25 Bore Percussion Jager Rifle with Spring Bayonet by H. Muller in Mehlis, No. 3, Circa 1840. With swamped octagonal sighted barrel fitted with a spring-bayonet to the side, stamped 3 towards the breech, plain tang stamped with the makers name and also 3, plain lock also stamped No. 3 and fitted with gravitating safety catch, full stocked in walnut cut with a band of chequering at the grip, set triggers, brass mounts comprising butt plate, trigger guard and ramrod pipes, with original brass tipped iron ramrod. 

Notes:

Sold as part of the Stanley R. Dickover Collection of Antique And Classic Firearms - Christies Auction 11287 on the 17th December 2015. 

Dimensions:

Bore: 25 Bore

Barrel Length: 28 Inches (71.12 cm)

Overall Length: 43.5 Inches (110.49 cm)