Guns International #: 101845520
Seller's Inventory #: 217883

Category - Handguns - European Pistols - Handguns - French Pistols

Category
Handguns - European Pistols
Handguns - French Pistols

Belgian PIEPER “NEW MODEL” .25 ACP Caliber Semi-Automatic POCKET Pistol C&R ROARING TWENTIES Self-Defense Pistol

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Belgian PIEPER “NEW MODEL” .25 ACP Caliber Semi-Automatic POCKET Pistol C&R

ROARING TWENTIES Self-Defense Pistol

Here we present a C&R Belgian Pieper New Model Semi-Automatic Pistol made circa the 1910s-20s in Liege, Belgium. In the late 19th and early 20th century, Liège dominated the gunmaking industry. In the book “LIEGE GUNMAKERS THROUGH THEIR WORK. 1800-1950, VOL. I” by Alain Daubresse, he maintains that: “When Liège production reached its summit, more than half of the firearms made in the world came from Liège...” And the foremost weapon maker of Liege at the end of the 19th century was Henri Pieper. Not only did he own the largest weapon factory in the country, but he was also a founding member and managing director of Fabrique Nationale, and so he had nominal control of the two largest industrial entities in all of Belgium. Pieper’s company was among the first in Belgium to adopt the precision manufacture of interchangeable parts. In 1897, his sons took the initiative, and the Henri Pieper company diversified its activities and launched into the manufacture of bicycles, electricity, and gas and electric automobiles.

This neat little pocket pistol was likely imported to the United States sometime around the roaring twenties and would have been very easy to “conceal and carry” on the busy streets of New York or hanging out in a “Speak Easy” in Chicago while enjoying an illegal shot of whiskey during Prohibition.

The overall condition is nearing fine. Excellent action. Bright bore. Original finish. The pearl grips are vibrant and securely seated. Numbers match and the markings are clear. Many proof markings can be seen on the frame, slide, and barrel. Here is a small pistol you wouldn’t leave at home during the Jazz age.

This firearm is classified as a Curio & Relic.

Barrel is 2-1/8 inches.

Caliber: .25 ACP (6.35mm Browning)

Overall condition as seen in photos.

Very Fast. Very Safe. FREE SHIPPING. Will need to be sent to your local FFL or C&R licensee. This firearm is classified as a Curio & Relic.

Guaranteed AUTHENTIC & Includes CERTIFICATE OF AUTHENTICITY.

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$1250

#217883
 

SOLD

Curio/Relic: Yes