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SCARCE Antique CIVIL WAR French L. PERRIN M1859 12mm Double Action Revolver Rare, 1 of an estimated 550 Delivered to the Union
Guns International #: 103390533 Seller's Inventory #: 259347
Category: Civil War Revolvers - Handguns - French 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
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Description:
SCARCE Antique CIVIL WAR French L. PERRIN M1859 12mm Double Action Revolver
Rare, 1 of an estimated 550 Delivered to the Union
Here Ancestry Guns presents an antique L. Perrin Double Action Revolver, made circa 1859 in Paris, France by L. Perrin & Cie. These are among the rarest of Civil War revolvers. The only known order was by the U.S. government for 1000 Perrins, of which only 550 are known to have been delivered by arms dealer Alexis Godillot. It is surmised that the Confederacy might have also purchased some of these, but no records remain. In addition to use during the American Civil War, France used these during the Franco-Prussian War of the early 1870s. These revolvers seemed to have specifically designed for military use, but were likely also sold to civilians.
The Perrin utilized a unique, thick-rimmed, brass or copper, 12mm centerfire cartridge. The loading gate was thin, but sufficient on the right side of the gun. It was an early double action only revolver. The cartridge ejector pin acts as the cylinder axis pin and holds a rotating lug in place that would the cylinder to be removed. Those few who have gathered enough specimens to study have said that no two appear to be just alike, though they are very well made.
The overall condition is fine. Original finish is preserved. The bore is bright with strong rifling. Excellent action. Markings are legible. Fine, slightly undersized grip. The barrel pin is a replacement.
This revolver may look unwieldly, but it is actually quite comfortable.
Own the original! This is a legitimate antique and not a reproduction.
Barrel is 5-3/4 inches.
Caliber: 12mm Centerfire
Overall condition as seen in photos.
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$1900
#259347
Price: $1,900.00
Antique: Yes