French Chassepot M1866 Rifle 12 Gauge Shotgun Conversion

An antique French Chassepot M1866 rifle, converted to 12 Gauge shotgun. Serial #4997X. This shotgun started as a French Chassepot Model 1866 rifle, and was converted to a shotgun, with a fluid steel barrel — most likely in the the 20th century, between the world wars. This shotgun features a 30″ barrel, hardwood stock (French Walnut?), and a metal buttplate with a deep and clear French Chasseurs Alpine Hunting Horn logo stamp.  (Chasseur is the French term for “hunter”, and was originally used to designate light infantry and cavalry units that were trained for rapid action in combat, beginning in 1743.) This gun’s condition is fairly rough, but it is priced accordingly. The bore is surprisingly shiny but take note that there are two large deep dents in the left side of the barrel just forward of the forend, so this gun should be professionally resleeved to 16 gauge or 20 gauge if you intend to shoot it. (See photos.) Regardless, it should be checked by a gunsmith before any attempt to fire. All French Model 1866 rifles and the few scarce conversions are classified as antiques, so no FFL is required.  (EKU-012)