conversion of percussion muzzleloader longarms to percussion breech loader, James H. Merrill's patented removal of original tang and breech plug and installation of a lever operated breech. Mfg. circa early 1860s.
.54 cal. Merrill combustible paper or foil cartridge, single shot breech loader, 24 1/4 in. round barrel, two barrel bands, James H. Merrill's patented removal of original tang and breech plug and installation of a lever operated breech. Mf...
.54 cal. Merrill combustible paper or foil cartridge, lockplate marked "J.H. MERRILL BALTO./PAT. JULY 1858/APL. 9 MAY 21-28 61" ahead of hammer, serial no. marked at tail, single shot breech loader rifle, 22 1/8 in. round barrel,...
.54 cal. Merrill combustible paper or foil cartridge, lockplate marked "J.H. MERRILL BALTO./PAT. JULY 1858/APL. 9 MAY 21-28 61" ahead of hammer, serial no. marked at tail, single shot breech loader rifle, 22 1/8 in. round barrel,...
.54 cal. Merrill combustible paper or foil cartridge, single shot breech loader, 34 in. browned round barrel, two brass barrel bands, lug at muzzle for attachment of saber style bayonet, brass patchbox, steel ramrod, walnut full stock, slin...
