The late 19th century produced some of the most ornate and technically interesting small arms coming out of the Ottoman regions—pieces that bridge utility, craftsmanship, and historical context. Collectors and tactical historians value specimens that retain original detail while remaining functionally sound.

TURKISH FIREARMS CORPORATION ORNATE OTTOMAN/TURKISH MIQUELET RIFLED CARBINE .76CAL

Overview and Provenance

This Single Shot example from Turkish Firearms Corporation is a late Ottoman-period decorative carbine with no serial number. Chambered in .76 caliber and fitted with a 30 1/2″ octagonal Damascus barrel, it represents the Ottoman Tufek tradition adapted into a rifled Miquelet action. With a lightly cleaned barrel that preserves much of its Damascus pattern, the carbine is both a display piece and a working firearm—the action functions correctly.

Key Features

Barrel and Ballistics

The 30 1/2″ octagonal Damascus barrel with a swamped muzzle is a defining feature. Damascus barrels offer attractive patterning and historically were valued for forging strength; the swamped muzzle can aid in reducing weight forward of the bore and gives a distinctive profile. Chambered in .76 caliber, this round provides substantial projectile mass consistent with late-19th-century military and hunting loads—suitable for period-appropriate silhouette shooting and reenactment displays.

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Stock, Inlay, and Condition

The Ottoman Tufek-style stock is heavily inlaid with bone and geometric brass designs throughout, a hallmark of regional decorative work. Visible cracks along the stock edge and a noted repair on the left side speak to age and use; these imperfections are documented and expected in an authentic late 19th-century piece. Despite cosmetic issues, the carbine remains mechanically sound.

Collecting and Value

Brand: Turkish Firearms Corporation — listed under Model: Various and categorized as Single Shot — this carbine sits at a price point of $2750.99. For collectors focused on Ottoman-era small arms, the combination of Damascus barrel, ornate inlays, and functioning Miquelet action makes this specimen notable. Its lack of a serial number is typical of many period arms and factors into provenance research rather than legal status for collecting.

For those seeking a museum-quality decorative carbine that still operates, this Turkish Firearms Corporation example is an exceptional find. Check current availability on the product page to confirm condition photos and acquisition options: Check availability.

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