Guns International #: 102695592
Seller's Inventory #: 240447
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Guns International #: 102695592
Category - Antique Revolvers - Cartridge
- Civil War Revolvers
Civil War Era LEFAUCHEUX Style Antique EUROPEAN 11mm PINFIRE DA Revolver
Mid-19th European Conceal/Carry Sidearm
Description: Civil War Era LEFAUCHEUX Style Antique EUROPEAN 11mm PINFIRE DA Revolver Mid-19th European Conceal/Carry Sidearm Here we present an antique European Pinfire Double Action Revolver, made circa the mid-1800s. This medium bore, double action revolver was quite a favorite with Civil War soldiers. It was quite superior in many ways to contemporaneous American designs, most of which were still using the percussion firing system, of which Colt, Remington and Starr were the largest contractors. The biggest exception to that was Smith & Wesson’s No. 2 “Old Army” Revolver, but that was chambered for a relatively small .32 Rimfire metallic cartridge. 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 little self-defense pistol would have been most at home in the pocket of anyone in the busy city of Liege, London, or Paris during the tumultuous times of the mid-1800s. These type pistols are small, light and simple. The “Pocket Pistol” name says it all. They were the "Saturday Night Specials" of the 16th-19th century. Before the Deringer, they were "Gentleman's" or "Muff Pistols", typically, a smaller pistol that was easily concealed. They were favored among the gentry and women because of these traits. Men would carry them concealed in a waistcoat pocket and women would hide them in a hand muff. The overall condition is good. The action is strong. After being fired, the hammer has a little play, but does not affect functionality. The bore is in good shape for its age. Wonderfully carved grips with light handling wear. Engraved frame. Legible markings. This example has been refinished. The loading gate is missing. Own the original! This is a legitimate antique and not a reproduction. Barrel is 6-1/4 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 $1000 #240447 Price: $1,000.00 Buy Now Antique: Yes Contact Seller |
Guns International #: 102695592
Seller's Inventory #: 240447
Guns International #: 102695592
Seller's Inventory #: 240447