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Dick, one gets sadly used to the "I've got an old gun, what is it?" queries that are never followed up by proper information.

However, one perseveres for the sake of those who are seriously in...

That is far too short for a proper rifle. Which makes one fear a cut-down. BUT it is about right for a Model 1869 Cadet rifle - which is actually rarer!
Please post good photos of the entire rifle,...