Guns International #: 102695587
Seller's Inventory #: 240449
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Guns International #: 102695587
Category - Antique Pepperbox
- Antique Revolvers - Cartridge
ENGRAVED Antique BELGIAN DEPREZ 9mm Pinfire LEFAUCHEUX Style PEPPERBOX
Belgium Made FOLDING TRIGGER 6-Shot Revolver
Description: ENGRAVED Antique BELGIAN DEPREZ 9mm Pinfire LEFAUCHEUX Style PEPPERBOX Belgium Made FOLDING TRIGGER 6-Shot Revolver Here we present an antique Deprez Marked Lefaucheux Style Liege Proofed Folding Trigger Pinfire Pepperbox Revolver, made in Belgium circa the 1850s to the late-1860s. 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. The overall condition is good. Strong action. The bores are in good shape for their ages. Engraved cylinder and frame. Solid grips. Markings are clear. Own the original! This is a legitimate antique and not a reproduction. Barrels are 2-1/4 inches. Caliber: 9mm Pinfire Overall condition as seen in photos. Very Fast. Very Safe. FREE SHIPPING WORLDWIDE. Delivered directly to your door by express mail! Guaranteed AUTHENTIC & Includes CERTIFICATE OF AUTHENTICITY. ancestryguns $1700 #240449 Price: $1,700.00 Buy Now Antique: Yes Contact Seller |
Guns International #: 102695587
Seller's Inventory #: 240449
Guns International #: 102695587
Seller's Inventory #: 240449