AN IX type flintlock infantry rifle, made in Liège, for the National Guard. Round barrel with thunderbolt flats, stamped Liège, dated "1837". Flat bodied lock signed "C Masset & C à Paris". Round-bodied hammer. Brass bassoon stamped. Battery without frame. Punched iron fittings. Walnut stock (insect holes) with serial numbers and cock stamp. Iron ramrod. With its bayonet with socket. Length: 143 cm. Average condition (oxidation). July Monarchy period. Provenance: Collection of Mr F. EXPERT: Arnaud DE GOUVION SAINT-CYR.