Original Imperial Russian Ornately Inlaid M-1870 Berdan Dragoon Short Rifle from the Caucusus Helmets The receiver is dated 1887

The receiver is dated 1887 and marked I

For the South

Standardized on 15 September 1941 these helmets saw widespread use and this example is in excellent condition

This example is almost certainly a British soldier's “bring back” as a memento of the campaign

and use compass and field glasses

Original Imperial Russian Ornately Inlaid M-1870 Berdan Dragoon Short Rifle from the Caucusus Helmets The receiver is dated 1887Original Item: One of a Kind. This is a very rare and hard to find Imperial Russian Model 1870 BERDAN DRAGOON Short Rifle dating to the 1870's. The Berdan Imperial Russian infantry bolt action rifle was designed by US Army General Hiram Berdan. They were in service from 1870 until around 1895, with the adoption of the M 1891 Mosin Nagant Rifle. This lovely example is about 42 inches in overall length, with a 22 inch barrel. The short rifle has a