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ENGRAVED Antique BELGIAN Proofed 9mm PINFIRE Revolver with PIPE CASE Folding Trigger European Sidearm with ANTIQUE IVORY GRIPS!
Guns International #: 101563541 Seller's Inventory #: 201239
Category: Antique Revolvers - Cartridge - Handguns - European Revolvers
Seller's Information
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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:
ENGRAVED Antique BELGIAN Proofed 9mm PINFIRE Revolver with PIPE CASE
Folding Trigger European Sidearm with ANTIQUE IVORY GRIPS!
Here we present an antique Engraved, Ivory Gripped Liege proofed Belgian Pinfire Revolver in a Pipe Type Case, made in Belgium circa 1870. In 1835, notable gun maker and inventor Casimir Lefaucheux patented 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 features deep relief engraving, blue finish, and ivory grips. It comes inside a fitted pipe case with a purple lining. The case is a bit delicate but whole.
The overall condition is fine. Nice blue finish. The action is strong all the way around. The bore is semi-bright in very good shape. All markings are clear and legible with the engravings remaining sharp and defined! The ivory grips are seated firmly with minimal handling wear! Here is a pristine piece of history for display in the collection!
Own the original! This is a legitimate antique and not a reproduction.
Barrel is 4-1/8 inches.
Caliber: 9mm Pinfire
Overall condition as seen in photos.
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$1075
#201239
SOLD
Antique: Yes