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ANTIQUE FRENCH M1874 PRIVATE PURCHASE OFFICER REVOLVER
Guns International #: 103531385 Seller's Inventory #:
Category: Military Revolvers - Non-US - Military Revolvers - Antique
Seller's Information
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Seller: Historic Arms
Member Since: 3/16/07
State: Michigan
Country: United States
Seller: Private Seller
Return Policy: 3 day inspection and return policy on used guns.
Payment Types Accepted: Cashier's Check, Money Order, Certified Check
Description:
This is a very rarely seen private purchase French M1874 revolver, chambered in 11 mm French cartridge. The gun appears to have over 97% of Arsenal applied finish with no pitting or corrosion anywhere. All the edges are crisp. Excellent hire and grips. Everything appears to function as it should with a tight cylinder lock-up. The only markings on the gun are the
"St. Etienne" on the right side of the frame, and two commercial St. Etienne proofs - one on the chamber and one on the cylinder flute. There is also a small proofmark on the front cylinder face. Most of the parts are serialized internally only with number 80.
There is some sort of unit marking on the butt - here its most likely meaning:
In the context of the French military, "ing" is typically an abbreviation for
ingénieur (engineer) or ingénierie (engineering).
Key details regarding this abbreviation in the French military context include:
- Ingénieur (Ing.): Used to designate a military engineer or technical officer, such as an Ingénieur militaire.
- Context: It is often used to signify individuals with specialized technical training within the armed forces, frequently appearing in the context of the Ordre des ingénieurs (in French Canada/Quebec, which shares the same terminology).
- Military Branches: Technical and engineering officers are heavily involved in the Génie(Military Engineering branch).
As I understand, most of these were made for private officer sales and were used extensively in WWI as well.
3-day inspection
Antique. No FFL required unless it is required by your state or municipality.
Proof of age(21) is required.
$30 shipping in CONUS.
Price: $975.00
Antique: Yes