A transition percussion revolver

dating: about 1855 provenance: Europe, Octagonal, rifled, 8 mm cal. barrel, in damask, with fore-sight, the base marked with remains of signature 'LHOIST'; six-shot cylinder, smooth, with fine engravings portraying hunters. Frame engraved with floral and geometrical motifs, ring-trigger with central firing pin. Butt with wooden grip scales and iron mounts. length 32.5 cm.