Original U.S. Civil War Era French Style 15mm Pinfire Double Barrel Pistol with Hidden Triggers - circa 1855 Ancient chatting with North Vietnamese Army

chatting with North Vietnamese Army officers

versions were not identical however

A canvas strap was run through both loops and then it was then re-covered with M1878 Tan fabric

Right by the top peg hole is a 岐 (GIFU) arsenal stamp

very rare and only a few months back we actually sold such a revolver

Original U.S. Civil War Era French Style 15mm Pinfire Double Barrel Pistol with Hidden Triggers - circa 1855 Ancient chatting with North Vietnamese ArmyOriginal item. Only One Available. This is a very nice French style double barrel pinfire pistol, most likely made in Belgium just before the U. S. Civil War. We were not able to find any markings, which is common for Belgian arms not made under contract for private purchase. The "NEW" French "Pinfire" cartridge had just been introduced, which featured a pin extending from the rear side of the cartridge that when depressed discharged the round. Never