This Gras 1866/74 rifle is a major historical piece of French weaponry. Derived from the transformation of the famous Chassepot model 1866 rifle, it was modified to accommodate an 11x59 mm black powder metallic cartridge, meeting the requirements of the modern battlefield after the defeat of 1870. An emblematic transitional weapon, between tradition and innovation.
Model: Gras 1866/74 (regulatory transformation of Chassepot 1866).
Caliber: 11 mm Bold (11×59R).
System: straight bolt, movable breech with pivoting head.
Barrel: faceted then round, original graduated rear sight.
Total length: 131 cm.
Weight: 4.2 kg.
Markings: Saint-Étienne weapons factory
All iron fittings.
Stock: walnut wood, hallmarked and dated 1872 and 1880 (2 macaroons).
Sanded and oiled, redone on period wood.
Authentic period piece.
Complete and functional mechanism.
Beautiful patina, original stock with visible regimental markings.
Ideal for collectors, reenactments or prestigious decoration.
Post-war conversion of 1870 to modernize the French arsenal.
Used by regular troops, then reserve and colonial troops.
Weapon present in the campaigns of the Third Republic.
Gradually replaced by the Lebel rifle from 1886.
Weapon classified in category D2 § e. Free purchase and possession by adults. Proof of majority required: copy of the front and back of your national identity card or passport.
