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Old 04-27-2018, 11:55 AM
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Default Frank Wesson Model 1870 Shot Pocket Rifle

Just an interesting little story. My dad found this in an old farmhouse near New Brigden, Ab in the late 40's. I've had it for about 40 years. A few years back we found out what it actually was. Very collectable. This ones worth about $5.00? .32, 15" hex barrel. Real rough shape. No marking to be found anywhere. Just a cool little collectable.

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Old 04-27-2018, 02:12 PM
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Just an interesting little story. My dad found this in an old farmhouse near New Brigden, Ab in the late 40's. I've had it for about 40 years. A few years back we found out what it actually was. Very collectable. This ones worth about $5.00? .32, 15" hex barrel. Real rough shape. No marking to be found anywhere. Just a cool little collectable.

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32 rimfire? Guessing an antique status too? (I don't know how hold a gun has to be to qualify...I'm guessing yours does). Not sure I'd ever fire it, even if I COULD find 32 rimfire...which is doubtful. Would make a neat wall hanger.
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Old 04-27-2018, 05:36 PM
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Did you know .32 RF is the same chamber dimensions as .32 Long Colt CF as is the bullet?Changing the firing pin to CF would resurrect it but being a pistol it would likely be then a prohibited toy.
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