France - 19th Century - Mid to Late - Unknown - Heavy Dragoons - Percussion - Pistol - 17

Pair of French Percussion Heavy Dragoon Pistols 1850 in case. Wallnut Military Plain half root stocks , butt decorated w/ leaf designs , Suspension rings, steel barrel eight fold, damasked, riffled , garrisons decorated with ornate and vegetalist motifs . The lock has ornate engravings, also the hammers . Working fine, in both positions , semi armed and armed, very strong springs. Steel rods. . High quality provenance. Beatiful shinning patina. A MAGNIFICENT CONVERSATION PIECE. The kind of weapons for a high officer, as a Brigader one, high caliber caracteristic of the Heavy Dragoons Regiments Used at the French warfare in the midlle of the XIX century In a Bright Oak wood case, with key and possession scutcheon not used ( this is not is original case) . Interior lined with green felt, compartmentalized: Brass Powder flask , Bullet mold in use in the time Apocryphal; screwdriver,oil botlle. Length : Pistols : 34 cm. Case: 42 X 32 X 8cm. Caliber: 17 mm. Weight: +-5 Kg ! ! ! ! ATTENTION TO UK and OTHER BUYERS OUTSIDE THE EU! ! ! ! This seller is using the ADF Logistics transport company. This is a Catawiki Partner shipping company specialized in Firearms and Weaponry transport . The shipping rates are reflected in the seller's choice of this shipping company and it will create a more streamlined and better process for the items arriving at their destination where Catawiki auctions are available and as long as the item is legal in the country of its destination. (please see our weapons disclaimer in the lot) . Of course there can always be situations where problems may arise as with any shipping, but ADF has the expertise to handle the problem quickly and efficiently. If you have doubts about whether you are allowed to buy/own/possess this weapon in your country, please contact ADF directly as Catawiki can not give out any legal information on other countries outside of the Netherlands: ADF Logistics antiques@adflogistics. uk France: +33 (0) 671329298 UK: +44 (0) 1223 968684 These prices were especially designed for our Catawiki customers and are not offered by ADF outside of Catawiki. These prices include shipping from the French ADF depot to the destination address provided, TVA, insurance, full customs documentation where applicable, and import/export permits where applicable. Fully trackable shipping service, over land or by air as appropriate. ! ! ATTENTION TO UK and OTHER BUYERS OUTSIDE THE EU! ! Rates do NOT include customs charges or TVA/VAT(import taxes) payable by the recipient where the country of destination is a third country.