WONDERFUL CASED ENGRAVED 12MM FRENCH PIN FIRE

SERIAL NUMBER NA BARREL 6-1/8" CALIBER 12MM PINFIRE MANUFACTURED LATE 1860'S THROUGH 1870'S. Blue and case color finishes with ebony two piece grips. Single and double action operation. French produced with Belgian proofs. Exquisitely scroll engraved on frame, backstrap and trigger guard. cylinder has multiple vignettes of scrolls and shell patterns. Spring locking loading gate with manual spring retained ejector. Cased in wood leatherette casing with gold Printed label "LACOUTURE RUE DELIMPERAT??CE". Two lidded compartments for ammunition and key. CONDITION, Very fine with strong case colors on frame. Most all factory blue finish remains with generous amounts of blue finish on barrel with balance flaking. Bore and chambers are excellent, action operates properly. Grips are very fine. Case is excellent with excellent exterior and slightly faded satin lining. Really a wonderful Pin Fire revolver in exceptional condition. ANTIQUE *