Original Indo-Persian 19th Century Chain Mail Zirah Shirt Stocks This was one of many

This was one of many contractors brought in to help meet the demand for Springfield rifle muskets during the early years of the Civil War

The French later reused the German guns to arm two merchant cruisers during World War II

The gun is stocked to within 3 1/2 inches of the muzzle to allow for a socket bayonet

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Original Indo-Persian 19th Century Chain Mail Zirah Shirt Stocks This was one of manyOriginal Item: Only One Available. Indo Persian zirah (mail shirt) with links, possibly Persian or Ottoman, early to mid 19th century. Well oxidized with multiple minor areas of pulls and broken links. Displays well, heavy, weighs over 10 pounds! Size is approximately a US 34.