1854 Treuille de Beaulieu: Open-Bolt Pinfire for the Imperial Guard
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.





