Collectors and tactical historians value authentic military small arms that tell a story of trade, adaptation, and field service. This rifle bridges British manufacturing and Nepalese service, offering a tangible link to 19th-century frontier arms development while remaining a functional single-shot platform for responsible, informed owners.

MUSKETEER RIFLES NEPALESE BRITISH PATTERN 1864 SNIDER BREECH-LOADING .577 Shop this product

Key Specifications and Condition

This example (47667) is an NSN-manufactured piece dated circa 1860s–1870s, chambered in .577 with a 36 1/2″ round barrel. Metal surfaces show a smooth grey patina consistent with age; notable Nepalese markings are present on both the breech and barrel tang. The stock is in very good condition with light handling impressions, and the action functions correctly. Priced at $1595.99, it falls squarely into the Single Shot collector market as a representative Nepalese-adopted Snider-pattern rifle.

Historical Significance

As a Nepalese-marked British pattern Snider, this rifle illustrates the export and local adoption of British small arms designs across South Asia. The presence of markings on both the breech and barrel tang helps trace unit or government inventory, which increases provenance value for collectors and museums. The designation NSN and the circa dating place it in the immediate post-Indian Rebellion period when arms circulation and conversion programs were common.

Technical Notes for Owners

The .577 Snider cartridge is a large-caliber black powder round with substantial bullet mass. For collectors and shooters familiar with antique arms, the round offers historically accurate ballistics for display or controlled range use under safe, contemporary guidelines. The 36 1/2″ round barrel contributes to a classic sight radius and period-appropriate handling characteristics; the smooth grey patina indicates original metal aging rather than aggressive refinishing.

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Buying Considerations

When evaluating this Musketeer Rifles piece (Model: Various, Category: Single Shot), consider patina, marking clarity, stock integrity, and action function. The rifle’s condition—very good stock, functioning action, and clear Nepalese marks—supports its $1595.99 asking price for collectors seeking authentic 19th-century South Asian service rifles.

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