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Dreyse Dreyse Needle Gun 15.4mm

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The world first bolt-action military rifle. Used a needle to pierce the paper cartridge and strike the primer. Decisive Prussian advantage in 1866 Austro-Prussian War. Foundation of modern bolt-action design.

Type: Rifle

Action: Single-Shot

Caliber: 154mm Needle

Capacity: 1

Year introduced: 1841, Germany

Weight: 157 oz

Overall length: 55"

Status: Discontinued

Military use: Yes

Intended use: Military, Collector