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Guns International #: 103130278
Seller's Inventory #: 250276
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Guns International #: 103130278
Category - Handguns - French Revolvers
- Antique Revolvers - Cartridge
Antique AUGUSTE FRANCOTTE 11mm Double Action PINFIRE Revolver w/BONE GRIPS
Mid-1800s LIEGE PROOFED Self Defense 6-Shot Revolver
Description: Antique AUGUSTE FRANCOTTE 11mm Double Action PINFIRE Revolver w/BONE GRIPS Mid-1800s LIEGE PROOFED Self Defense 6-Shot Revolver Here we present an antique Auguste Francotte Double Action Pinfire Revolver made circa the 1860s in Liege, Belgium. Founded in Liege in 1810, the Francotte company established itself there, but it wasn’t until 1860 that the company became especially active. The company was one of the principal manufactures of weapons coming out of Liege from 1860 until 1914, when its activities were blocked by German Occupation. By 1890, Auguste Francotte sported no less that 150 different revolvers. In 1835, notable gun maker and inventor Casimir Lefaucheux patented the pinfire cartridge 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. The overall condition is good. Original brown patina. Strong action. The bore has retained some shimmer, but is mostly dim with nice rifling. Legible markings. Both grips are in very good shape with less than average handling wear. Liege address and “ACIER FONDU” marked barrel. Liege proofed cylinder. Own the original! This is a legitimate antique and not a reproduction. Barrel is 6 inches. Caliber: 11mm 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 $1800 #250276 Antique: Yes Price: $1,800.00 Buy Now Pay with
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Guns International #: 103130278
Seller's Inventory #: 250276
Guns International #: 103130278
Seller's Inventory #: 250276
Guns International #: 103130278
Seller's Inventory #: 250276
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