Original 19th Century U.S. Underhammer Percussion .38 Caliber Sporting Gun - Circa 1845 One-of-a-Kind and would be read: SHOWA

and would be read: SHOWA (current reigning emperor) Juu-Hachi Nen (18th year of reign - 1943)

Poland (Nov 1940 - June 1941)

The original serial number was removed

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Original 19th Century U.S. Underhammer Percussion .38 Caliber Sporting Gun - Circa 1845 One-of-a-Kind and would be read: SHOWAOriginal 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