Can anyone ID the firearm in this 19th century photo?

[turtlefoot13]

Hi,

I have a vintage photograph that has a firearm in it that I am trying to ID. The photo is an original CDV that will date fromt the 1860's-1880's. It has a VERY HIGH probability of being German or Austrian in origin. I actually have two questions on this one.

1. What is the firearm that this man has?
2. Do you think he is a market hunter or just someone who is proud of his weapon or something else?

Thanks for the help.
Doug

 

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[l.cutler]

Heavy barrelled muzzleloading target rifle, appears to have a tang sight. Triggerguard does look to be Germanic.

 

[turtlefoot13]

Thanks! I appreciate it.

Doug

 

[Lucas]

Yes, it is a German style target rifle. It is percussion: you can see the capper hanging around his neck. He also has a medal on... possibly a shooting club medal. Lots of German immigrants brought these type of guns over with them too.

 

[turtlefoot13]

Thanks for the information. I now have somewhere to start when it comes to trying to ID the firearm and possibly more about this man.

Doug