Gendarmerie PISTOL Model 1842 - France - 19th century

Gendarmerie PISTOL Model 1842

France

nineteenth century

Steel, wood

Long. T.: 24.4; Long. vs. : 12.7cm; Cal. : 15mm

Slightly tapered steel barrel stamped and marked: “1842”.

Steel ramrod.

Percussion lock with large volute hammer with checkered crest, signed: “Manufacture Royale de Mutzig”.

Wooden frame, control hallmarks.

Ref. : 3280

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This collector's weapon is, according to article L311-2 of the Internal Security Code, classified as collector's weapons, category D. Its acquisition and possession are free. We remind you that their sale is prohibited to minors.