Original 19th Century U.S. Underhammer Percussion .38 Caliber Sporting Gun - Circa 1845 Russian Navy just a small bit of

just a small bit of staining due to age

The hilt is still tight on the blade

There are however some signs of past oxidation and use

the barrel tang dated 1811

- Blade has a proper geometric Yokote at the tip (kissaki) with a Boshi (tip temper line)

Original 19th Century U.S. Underhammer Percussion .38 Caliber Sporting Gun - Circa 1845 Russian Navy just a small bit ofOriginal item: Only One Available. Here we have a very nice example of an American single shot hunting gun, utilizing an "Underhammer" percussion design. It features the classic American hook butt plate in brass together with brass Patch Box fitted to a quality walnut butt stock. It measures 43 1 2" in overall length, with a 27 1 2" octagonal barrel with a bore of approximately . 39" and five groove rifling. It is fitted with a long adjustable rear