Triggernumbetry
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What I do know is that in the beginning they were Austrian, 11 mm, 6 shot double action, open top revolvers beginning in about 1870. They evolved into closed frame, then hinged frame, with operation similar to the S&W "frontier" model, having simultaneous extraction. Enter the Belgians, who copied everything. My "find" is marked "Belgium" on the top of the frame. Now for the weird part. It's a 5 shooter, not 6. The extraction reminds me of the old Galand revolvers.
The top of the barrel is marked "for 44 Winchester cartridge". Yep. A 44-40 is a perfect fit. I'm just guessing, for an American market as it had to be cheaper than Colt, S&W or Remington. Someone's opinion was that the intended recipient was Pancho Villa. If so, why are markings in English? Any info as to when or why would be appreciated. THANKS!
The top of the barrel is marked "for 44 Winchester cartridge". Yep. A 44-40 is a perfect fit. I'm just guessing, for an American market as it had to be cheaper than Colt, S&W or Remington. Someone's opinion was that the intended recipient was Pancho Villa. If so, why are markings in English? Any info as to when or why would be appreciated. THANKS!
