This is a nice, Liege Lefaucheux military, pinfire, 6 Shot Revolver made C1865. It is side gate loading with a 6” sighted octagonal barrel (11 ½” overall), sturdy undamaged frame and undamaged wood grips one grip inscribed with weapon number ‘246’. The barrel's rifled bore has staining & residue consistent with age and use. One barrel flat is signed “E. LEFAUCHEUX INVR BREVETE”. The cylinder has Liege ‘ELG’ roundel proof and the frame ‘77R’ inspection mark. The cylinder and frame have foliate engraved decoration. The frame is numbered '67223'. It is side gate loading and it is complete with military lanyard ring and captive steel ejector rod. The pistol’s firing mechanism works correctly in both single and double action. The price includes UK delivery. NB. As an obsolete calibre, antique pinfire revolver no licence is required to own this item in the UK if part of a private collection or display. Sn 23879
£695.00