Manufactured in 1893. The included factory letter lists the rifle in .38-56 caliber with an octagon barrel and plain trigger when received at the warehouse on 4 February 1893 and shipped on 14 February 1893 in order number 14610. Fitted with dovetailed German silver front and elevation semi-buckhorn rear sights. Mounted with a smooth forearm and straight grip stock with a crescent buttplate.