France - 1778 to 1783 - Manufacture Royale de Saint Etienne - réglementaire 1777 de Cavalerie - 1er type - Flintlock - Pistol - 17.1 mm

superb and very interesting flintlock pistol regulatory model 1777 cavalry - 1st type - so-called chest model, signed by the Royal Manufacture of Saint Etienne and stamped by inspector Etienne Lambert (Saint Etienne - 1777 to 1784) . Works perfectly mechanically, with two well-synchronised notches and very big percussion. Battery is perfectly functional. - polished steel barrel, with St Etienne hallmark. - interior of the chest hallmarked with fleur de lys and inspector’s mark - wood with small marks, stains, dents and signs of handling and age, but still solid and in good condition - hallmarked metal nail head rod (1st type) - with hook belt fastener (Dragoon Regiment - 1st type) Antique regulatory weapon, over 200 years old (take a good look at the pictures, which are part of the description) , used but still in very good aesthetic condition, solid and in perfect mechanical condition. Shipped with insured value and signature required upon delivery, home delivery only.