This rifle is Snider patent conversion Enfield rifle was presented to Private J. A. McKenzie at the Rifle Prize Meeting in 1876. While nothing could be found about McKenzie, the plaque on the stock reads "HON ARTILLERY COMPANY/No 6 COMP SUBSCRIPTION PRIZE/FOR THE/HIGHEST AGGREGATE SCORE/AT THE/RIFLE PRIZE MEETING 1876/WON BY/PRIVATE J.A/McKENZIE" suggesting he was a member of the Honorable Artillery Company. The lock plate is marked with "Parker Field & SON/ 59 LEMAN STREET LONDON E" ahead of the hammer. The breechblock is marked with "SNIDERS/PATENT". Birmingham proofmarks are found throughout. The barrel has a blade front sight and a folding ladder rear sight. The nearly full length stock is held by three barrel bands with a forend cap and flat buttplate. Sling swivels are mounted on the front barrel band and on the trigger guard. It includes a slotted ramrod/cleaning rod and a chained cover for the firing pin mechanism is connected to the front of the trigger guard. Includes a black leather sling and socket bayonet. Provenance: Firearms for Freedom Collection

Very good plus, retaining 25% original blue finish and patterns of case colors remain on the metal surfaces with a smooth brown and grey patina on the balance. The brass fittings show an attractive patina. The inscription plaque displays a dark, mottled aged patina. Wood is fine with scattered dings and scratches, and crisp checkering. Mechanically fine.