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Antique ENGRAVED & IVORY European PINFIRE Folding Trigger REVOLVER 7.65mm Engraved 7.65mm Sidearm with IVORY GRIPS!
Guns International #: 101578765 Seller's Inventory #: 201051
Category: Pinfire Pistols & Revolvers - Antique Revolvers - Cartridge
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:
Antique ENGRAVED & IVORY European PINFIRE Folding Trigger REVOLVER 7.65mm
Engraved 7.65mm Sidearm with IVORY GRIPS!
Here we present an antique European Pinfire Revolver, made circa the 1850s in Belgium. 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 is beautifully engraved with a nickel finish and ivory grips. It is equipped with a folding trigger for a little more compactness in the pocket and is capable of firing in double & single action mode.
The overall condition is fine. Original nickel finish. The action is strong. The bore is in good shape. Both grips are firmly seated with a minimal amount of handling wear. The engravings remain sharp. A true gem of a revolver!
Own the original! This is a legitimate antique and not a reproduction.
Barrel is 3-1/4 inches.
Caliber: 7.65mm Pinfire
Overall condition as seen in photos.
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$1035
#201051
SOLD
Antique: Yes