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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 11×59 mm metallic black powder 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 the Chassepot 1866).
Caliber: 11 mm Gras (11×59R).
System: straight pull bolt, rotating bolt head.
Barrel: octagonal then round, original graduated sight.
Overall length: 131 cm.
Weight: 4.2 kg.
Markings: Manufacture d'armes de Saint-Étienne
All iron fittings.
Stock: walnut wood, punched and dated 1872 and 1880 (2 medallions).
Sanded and re-oiled on period wood.
Authentic period piece.
Complete and functional mechanism.
Beautiful patina, original stock with visible regimental marks.
Ideal for collectors, re-enactments or prestigious decoration.
Post-1870 war conversion to modernize the French arsenal.
Used by line, then reserve and colonial troops.
Weapon present in the campaigns of the Third Republic.
Gradually replaced by the Lebel rifle from 1886.
Photographs are an integral part of the description and are binding on the buyer.
Purchase implies acceptance of the item's condition as presented.
Weapon classified in category D2 § e. Free purchase and possession by adults. Proof of age required, double-sided copy of your national identity card or passport.
