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ENGLISH ENGRAVED, IVORY GRIP Antique 11mm PINFIRE “BULLDOG” REVOLVER Mid-19th European Sidearm with ENGLISH SCROLL ENGRAVING!
Guns International #: 101560200 Seller's Inventory #: 201052
Category: Antique Revolvers - Cartridge - Handguns - European Revolvers
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Seller: AncestryGunsLLC
Company: Ancestry Guns LLC
Member Since: 11/3/16
State: Missouri
Zip: 65203
Country: United States
Phone: (314) 707-7373
International Phone: 314-707-7373
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Seller: FFL Dealer
Return Policy: 3 day inspection and return policy on used guns.
Payment Types Accepted: Credit Card, Certified Check, Money Order
Description:
ENGLISH ENGRAVED, IVORY GRIP Antique 11mm PINFIRE “BULLDOG” REVOLVER
Mid-19th European Sidearm with ENGLISH SCROLL ENGRAVING!
Here we present an antique English “Bulldog” Style Pinfire Revolver, made circa 1860. In 1830, notable gun maker and inventor Casimir Lefaucheux invented the pinfire cartridge and patented it in 1835 to become one of the first self-contained firearms cartridges. This very early design included a case with ball, powder and primer, but what made it different from what was to come later in cartridge development was the “firing pin” that projected out of the side of the case. It was this pin that was struck and detonated the primer inside. His son, Eugene, would build on Casimir’s invention, designing a pistol to take advantage of it. The hammer would be flat and smash down on the side of the cylinder, from which the pin of the cartridge would project. This revolver and pistol design would become prolific, especially in Europe throughout the 19th Century, being adopted by militaries, used by civilians and police, and even being sold for use during the American Civil War. Many makers made both licensed and unlicensed copies.
This one bears much resemblance to the British Bulldog revolvers of the period, though the cartridge this one accepts is pinfire rather than centerfire or rimfire. This revolver features a lanyard ring in the butt, ivory grips, and English spiral scroll engraving throughout. The bottom of the barrel is marked with British Birmingham proofs.
The overall condition is very good. Some nickel finish remains with a largely gray patina. The action is strong all around. The bore is in good shape. The English style engravings are a nice feature. Both grips are solid. Here is a unique piece to display in the collection!
Own the original! This is a legitimate antique and not a reproduction.
Barrel is 3-1/4 inches.
Caliber: 11mm Pinfire
Overall condition as seen in photos.
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$1485
#201052
SOLD
Antique: Yes