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Engraved with Sculpted Hound Grips EUROPEAN Antique PINFIRE Revolver
Guns International #: 101388451 Seller's Inventory #: 190723
Category: Antique Revolvers - Cartridge - Pinfire Pistols & Revolvers
Seller's Information
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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
International Phone: 314-707-7373
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Seller: FFL Dealer
Return Policy: 3 day inspection and return policy on used guns.
Payment Types Accepted: Credit Card, Certified Check, Money Order
Description:
Engraved with Sculpted Hound Grips EUROPEAN Antique PINFIRE Revolver
Folding Trigger Mid-19th European Sidearm
Here we present an antique European Pinfire Revolver, made circa 1850. In 1835, a notable gun maker and inventor 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. The bore is dark. That action is strong, but the hammer sticks a little and can be pushed forward without pulling the trigger. The numbers “1470” are engraved on the right side just above the trigger. The loading gate it absent. The grips are in good shape with a winged hound type creature that appears to be snarling. A very nice addition to any collection!
Own the original! This is a legitimate antique and not a reproduction.
Barrel is 1-3/4 inches.
Caliber: 5.5mm Pinfire
Overall condition as seen in photos.
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$600
#190723
SOLD
Antique: Yes