Original Balkan Iron and Brass Clad Miquelet Tanchika Long Musket circa 1790 MG 42 Ammo Storage sizes vary but most fall

sizes vary but most fall within 56-60 cm (US 7-7/12)

The blade has seen use and has a few fingerprint marks and scuffs

The model also came as a short rifle

the Rowland Ward company made fashionable items from animal parts

Original Balkan Iron and Brass Clad Miquelet Tanchika Long Musket circa 1790 MG 42 Ammo Storage sizes vary but most fallOriginal Item: One of a kind. The Miquelet (Migulet) Tanchika was the traditional muzzle loading long gun of the Balkans and Greece in the early to mid 1800s. Of almost all steel construction inlaid with decoratively engraved and embossed brass panels and mounts. The 52" octagonal barrel bears barrel makers and armorer's mark and lettering. Almost 64" overall length, in just lovely cleaned and polished condition. A truly impressive weapon. There is