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Pedersoli | Gibbs percussion rifle with accessories | Cal. .451 | Used

Pedersoli | Gibbs percussion rifle with accessories | Cal. .451 | Used

Art.Nr.: Pedersoli Gibbs | Differenzbesteuerung nach § 25a UStG
Regular price €2.249,00 EUR
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Discover the Pedersoli Gibbs percussion rifle in .451 caliber - the perfect long gun even at over 1000 yards.

Replica of one of the most famous rifles from the era of precision shooting in the second half of the 19th century, an original made around 1865 by the English gunsmith George Gibbs (1813-1884).
In 1865, Sir Henry Halford won the Cambridge Cup match with a rifle from George Gibbs' workshop. 15 shots were fired over two days at 1,000 and 1,100 yards. The London Times of June 15, 1865 wrote the following about the rifle: 'The weapon with which the prize was won will, it is said, attract quite a stir among those interested in small-bore and long-range shooting, as it is based on entirely new principles.' The Times was right, because in collaboration with William Ellis Metford and John Farquharson, innovative weapons were created, especially for long-range shooting and hunting.
In 1865, the NRA initiated the first of two competitions held at the extreme distance of 2000 yards. The rifle designed by William Metford and manufactured by George Gibbs was the only successful one.

This replica is ideal for the demanding 100-meter shooter, but also for longer distances (see successes below). The rifled barrel in .451 caliber with 6 grooves, which changes from octagonal to round, is blued.
The stock is made of selected walnut wood with a first-class grain and features finely cut checkering on the forearm and pistol grip. An oil finish completes the elegant look. The ends are made of steel butt caps. The pistol grip allows for a comfortable hold and very good balance.
The weapon comes with a high-quality Creedmoor diopter that is 3 inches (approx. 76mm) adjustable in height and has double windage adjustment. The adjustable tunnel front sight has a bubble level.


The lock and fittings are color hardened.

The scope of delivery includes the following items:

  • Long gun Pedersoli Gibbs .451
  • gun case (pictures follow)
  • brass powder filling tube
  • brass ramrod
  • brass cleaning rod
  • 1 tube Wonder Lube 1000

Please note the technical and optical evaluation on the last photo, where you will also find the complete list of what is included in delivery.

This article offered by G&M is subject to differential taxation according to Section 25a UStG. The VAT is therefore not shown separately on the invoice.



Das richtige Geschoss finden

Das Zugmaß gibt den Abstand zweier gegenüberliegender Züge zu einander an.

Das Zugmaß ist immer größer als das Feldmaß.

Das Feldmaß ist seinerseits geringfügig enger als das Maß des Kalibers, also des tatsächlichen Geschossdurchmessers.

Langgeschoss

Das ideale Geschossmaß für Langgeschosse liegt zwischen dem Feld- und dem Zugmaß. Es sollte jedoch immer kleiner und nie gleich dem Zugmaß sein.

Minie

Minié-Geschosse sollen sich leicht saugend laden lassen.Das Idealmaß ist 0,02 mm bis 0,05 mm kleiner als das Feldmaß.Da sich der Hohlboden bei der Explosion verdrückt und ausstültpt wird das Geschoss trotzdem sauber durch die Felder und Züge geführt.

Maxi-Ball

Maxi-Balls sind ähnlich zu behandeln wie Langgeschosse. Das ideale Geschossmaß liegt zwischen dem Feld- und dem Zugmaß.Auch hier sollte der Geschossdurchmesser jedoch nie gleich dem Zugmaß sein.

Bleikugel

Da Rundkugeln mit einem Pflasterpatch geschossen werden, ist hier die Ermittlung etwas komplexer.Die doppelte Pflasterstärke plus der Kugeldurchmesser erbibt das Zugmaß.Beispiel: Pflasterstärke 0,2 mmZugmaß: 11,40 mm→ Die Kugel sollte 11,00 mm im Durchmesser haben.