Original French Fusil Gras Modèle 1874 M80 Infantry Rifle by St. Etiénne - Dated 1877 Original Display Machine Guns and the United States had

and the United States had good success with the BAR in a similar role

The blade shows original grain

We obtained this from John’s son

Capital and said Fullen would receive a Congressional certificate of recognition for his WWII accomplishments later

Original French Fusil Gras Modèle 1874 M80 Infantry Rifle by St. Etiénne - Dated 1877 Original Display Machine Guns and the United States hadOriginal item: Only One Available. The Fusil Gras Modle 1874 M80 was a French service rifle of the 19th century. The Gras used by the French Army was an adaptation to metallic cartridge of the Chassepot breech loading rifle by Colonel Basile Gras. This is a fine example with an excellent bore. It has clear lands and grooves, with a bright finish. The received is marked M 1874 MANUFACTURE DES ARMES St. Etinne over M80. The rifle has an issue date