This entry details the operation of the rare 1854 Treuille de Beaulieu rifle, a unique open-bolt falling block design chambered in 9x46mm pinfire. Expert Ian McCollum explains its distinct cocking lever and trigger mechanism, its historical context with Napoleon III's Cent-Gardes, and its impressive 1-meter bayonet. The rifle represents early metallic cartridge experimentation and a blend of cutting-edge technology for its prestige.
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