Ref 2063. A rare Napoleonic era French Military Flintlock Officer\'s Pistol. Muzzleloader

Largest selection of genuine antique weapons for sale in UK. See our website andrewbottomley.com. Ref 2063. A rare Napoleonic era French Military Flintlock Officer's Pistol manufactured at the French Military arsenal of VERSAILLES and dating from the time of the Napoleonic Wars, engraved on top MLE AN. 13 (model year 1813). Rounded brass military skull-crusher butt-cap, matching brass military style trigger-guard, fore-end band and side-plate. Complete with its steel ramrod. The lock engraved "Manuf. De Versailles". This type of heavy calibre flintlock pistol were carried by French cavalry officers during the era of the Napoleonic campaigns of the late 18th-early 19th century. Overall length 14.5 inches. Some minor wear and dings to the wood, otherwise in good condition and working order. This is one of the nicest of its type that we have ever offered for sale. Ref 2063. This is an obsolete antique item and is sold as a collectors item only. No Licence is required in the United Kingdom. If you wish to purchase this item please visit our website andrewbottomley.com where you can pay by credit/debit card or bank transfer. Established 1968.