Vintage rifle bolt systems — engraving

'SMALL ARMS. MODERN MILITARY BREECH ACTIONS'.

In the engraving, the bolt systems of antique shotguns and rifles.

1. Martini - Henry.
2. Lee - Metford British Magazine Ride .
3. Gras.
4. Manner.
5. Mannlicher.

From 'The National Encyclopaedia: A Dictionary of Universal Knowledge',  by writers of Eminence in Literature, Published by William Mackenzie, London  (1887).

Technique, Material: Steel engraving / Paper
Artist: ,  Engraver: 
Date: London, 1887. 
Size: 24,4 x 15,8 cm.