Artefact
Artefact
Credit Line
Collection of Auckland Museum Tamaki Paenga Hira, W0171
Primary Maker
Place
Date
Circa 1862
Associated Notes
Whitworth single barrel percussion rifle, circa 1862
Notes: Ed Smith (Antique Arms Association) 1981: "Date of manufacture 2nd quarter 1862. In 1859 Whitworths quoted cost was 10 pounds. Those made at Enfield at 2 pounds 10 shillings."
Associated Event
Anglo Boer War (South African) 1899-1902
Associated Place
Associated Date
1900
Period
Signature/marks
15 [C676 or s:15] (firearm serial number)
Media
Measurement Description
overall length: 1260mm
barrel length: 850mm
height: 130-180mm
calibre: .450 inches (10mm)
Measurement Reading
Subject Category
Classification
Last Update
05 Apr 2024
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