Zaydok Allen
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Just sharing. I picked up this great old gun on Gunbroker.com. The title more or less tells you what it is. It's in great shape and IMO is a real looker considering it was made 102 years ago. It only has some minor imperfections in the finish and minor wear in some of the high spots. Chambers and barrel appear rust and pitting free. Oiling it only indicated a bit of fouling from long ago.
As I understand it, these guns were the standard issue side arm of French military officers and were also used by police officers. They were produced from 1892 until 1924 in St. Etienne, France.
Interestingly enough, the latch at the rear of the cylinder that looks like a loading gate is actually the cylinder release. And, the cylinder swings out to the right side of the gun rather than the left. It's a cool little piece of history,hey?
If anyone else has more info, please share.
As I understand it, these guns were the standard issue side arm of French military officers and were also used by police officers. They were produced from 1892 until 1924 in St. Etienne, France.
Interestingly enough, the latch at the rear of the cylinder that looks like a loading gate is actually the cylinder release. And, the cylinder swings out to the right side of the gun rather than the left. It's a cool little piece of history,hey?
If anyone else has more info, please share.
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