Guns International #: 101589484
Seller's Inventory #: CBP21-6
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Guns International #: 101589484
Category - Antique Pistols - Cartridge
- Pinfire Pistols & Revolvers
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Seller: Antique & Modern Firearms, Inc.
Company: Antique & Modern Firearms, Inc. Member Since: 4/27/15
State:
Kentucky
Zip: 40503
Country: United States
Phone: (859) 276-1419
Fax: (859) 278-0838
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Active Listings: 194
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Seller Type:FFL Dealer
Return Policy: 3 day inspection and return policy on used guns and accessories.
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Antique Civil War Period French Javelle Et Guichard 11mm Pinfire Revolver
** Very Unique & Interesting Design **
Description: This is a very unique and interesting French-made 11mm pinfire revolver designed by Michel Javelle and made by the Javelle Et (and) Guichard firm in St. Etienne, France in the early 1860's. This 6-shot double/single-action revolver has a very unique double-hinged design that uses a lever under the barrel to release the barrel to hinge forward allowing the cylinder to be removed within seconds for reloading or replacing with a full cylinder. Michel Javelle designed it this way with the intention being that the shooter would carry several extra cylinders already loaded for quick reloads. The revolver has a bright "fire" blue finish on the steel parts while the trigger and hammer were left "armory bright". The barrel is 5 & 3/8ths" inches long and is octagon in shape with 4-groove rifling. The grip consists of a 1-piece carved design of European Walnut somewhat oval in shape with a smooth varnished finish. This revolver also features a lanyard ring on the steel pistol grip cap and iron sights that consist of a front dovetailed post and base and a V-groove in the hammer that is only usable when at half-cock or full-cock. This pinfire revolver is very well made and no doubt would have been a prized possesion. Many of these pinfire revolvers of various designs and makes ended up serving in the American Civil War on both sides but there is no way to know for sure when exactly this one made it to the States. This Javelle Et Guichard revolver is in good condition overall and is 100% functional. The mechanics are all in great shape with the hinged parts all locking up tight and the action is still in perfect time. The finish shows a lot of cosmetic wear and patina but there is still great deal of bright blue visible throughout the gun. The armory bright trigger and hammer have turned a brownish gray in places but still show bright metal in the protected areas. All of the screws in the gun have nice, straight slots and The original grips are in excellent condition, free from any major damage, wear, cracks, or repairs. The 6 chambers in the cylinder and the bore show some pitting and darkness, but there is still nice rifling visible throughout the barrel. All of the numbered parts we can see match, including the trigger and cylinder. Many of the other parts are probably numbered as well but in hidden areas that require you to take apart the gun to see them, which we are not going to do. If you have been looking for a very cool and unique antique pistol for your collection this French-made pinfire from the American Civil War period would be an excellent choice. While we have seen a number of Belgian pinfire revolvers over the years we have seen only a few French-made examples and none of them were as unique as this one. As an antique this can be shipped directly to your home. SOLD Antique: Yes Manufacturer: Javelle Et Guichard (St. Etienne, France) Model: Double Action Pinfire Revolver (11mm Pinfire) Serial Number: 354 Barrel Length: 5 & 3/8ths" Inches Condition: Good Metal Condition: Good Wood Condition: Excellent Bore Condition: Average Action: Double-Action / Single-Action Revolver Finish: Gloss Blue Manufacture Date: Early 1860's |
Guns International #: 101589484
Seller's Inventory #: CBP21-6
Guns International #: 101589484
Seller's Inventory #: CBP21-6