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Took the rifle to a few LGS in the area. One gunsmith suggested it would make a good lamp. Don't think I will take that route.

Another (who only saw pictures) described it as one of the first...

Thanks for the responses. Found this in my parents closet. Family lore had it as a Spanish American War Rifle. Haven't found any evidence that they were used in that conflict. Plan on taking it...

Is this a correct identification of this rifle?

Any resources available to find out more about it?

Has stamps of BRESCIA 1879 and LR6615 on receiver.
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