Original Imperial Russian Model 1867 Krnka Conversion Infantry Rifle dated 1864 / 1870 40mm BOFORS Mihiel salient by fighting continuously

Mihiel salient by fighting continuously from 11-13 September 1918

Issued to the US Army Signal Corps in WW2

Germaine-de-Varreville about 15 minutes after midnight

Helbig Gravity Knives have a number of small design differences from those on the more commonly seen Weyersberg and SMF pieces

was noted for his bravery and coolness in time of danger

Original Imperial Russian Model 1867 Krnka Conversion Infantry Rifle dated 1864 / 1870 40mm BOFORS Mihiel salient by fighting continuouslyOriginal Item: Only One Available. These are so very rare! Developed by the CZECH Gun Designer SYLVESTER KRNKA in 1867, these conversions of the Russian 1857 Line Percussion Rifle were Officially adopted by the Imperial Army in 1869. The conversions from the Percussion ignition system to this breech Loading rifle were all carried out at the great Imperial arsenal at "TULA". Our example has its original lock plate markings with manufacturer and date: