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Engraved European Brass Pinfire Revolver with Fitted Leather Pipe Case

Currency:USD Category:Antiques / Firearms & Armory Start Price:400.00 USD Estimated At:1,000.00 - 1,500.00 USD
Engraved European Brass Pinfire Revolver with Fitted Leather Pipe Case
The barrel, cylinder, frame, and ejector rod are brass with the remaining parts iron. There are no maker markings but a "crown/V" proof and a Belgian Liege "ELG" proof are stamped on the cylinder. An additional "crown/V" proof is stamped near the ejector rod which is mounted on the right side. The number "26" is marked on the left side of the frame under the grip panel, with the number "25" on the reverse. "26" is also marked on the back of both grips. The front of the cylinder features an alternating scroll engraving and geometric engraving. The edges of the recoil shields and loading gate feature dot engraving and the top barrel flat has leaf type engraving. Fixed front sight, folding trigger and checkered grips. Complete with a rare pipe case lined in purple velvet and silk.
BBL: 3 1/4 inch part octagon
Stock:
Gauge: 8 mm PF
Finish: brass
Grips: walnut
Serial Number: 26
Condition: Fine. The brass has been polished with some pin point pitting (mostly on the cylinder) and a few areas of discoloration. The grips are fine with a few minor dents (left panel) and a few minor scratches. Overall the checkering is crisp. Mechanically fine. There is some minor pitting on the trigger and hammer. The case is very good with minor handling marks and minor wear on the lining.