Canadian Issue (Saskatchewan) Short Snider

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Item #C1258

Canadian Issue (Saskatchewan) Short Snider

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  • Model: Snider
  • Caliber/Gauge: .577

  • Description:

    Snider-Enfield MK 1 * short rifle.  This is one of the Sniders as sent to Canada for use by the Canadian Militia.  The left of the butt shows the DC diamond 65B gun number 198.  The 65 Battilion was made up of the 105th Regiment (Saskatoon Fusiliers) and the 52 nd Regiment (Prince Albert Volunteers).  This piece shows overall blue/grey petina finish and clear markings.  The bore rates bright very good with strong rifling and some corrosion.  The wood is sound but dark.  The cleaning rod is matching and original to the rifle showing 65 over 198.  A complete and sound rifle from the Canadian West.