16 February 2004, 15:24
GonHuntinHelp me identify this old rifle??
This weekend, I looked at an old percussion muzzleloader my aunt has......here late husband found it in the attic of his parents home and I would like to identify it for her.
The only markings are on the lock and they consist of a small crown with the letters JH under the crown; and the following:
FJMALHERBE & CU
A Liege
The bore is very large and is rifled........I have photos, but the film has not yet been processed....
I'd appreciate any help you could give!
16 February 2004, 16:01
SnakeLoverCould the first letter be a P as opposed to F? Only thing I found with a quick search was a reference to a .704" Brunswick rifle by P. Malherbe of Liege.
Good luck
16 February 2004, 23:23
OldGuyDoes it look anything like this?
LINK17 February 2004, 03:19
GonHuntinSnakelover
It could be a "P" instead of an F......The rifle is a couple hours away from me, so I can't check for sure...
OldGuy
It is difficult to tell much from the photo at the link, but I do know that the lock is different......