Original French 19th Century Engraved 11mm Pinfire Revolver with Liège Proofs - C.1860-65 Other European Militaria • Seven different U

• Seven different U

Wallace Stover

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• Original printed Officer's Commission in his name bearing signature stamping of "GEORGE R

Original French 19th Century Engraved 11mm Pinfire Revolver with Liège Proofs - C.1860-65 Other European Militaria • Seven different UOriginal Item: Only One Available. Made in Lige, Belgium for the French market, this fine 11mm 6 shot Pin Fire Revolver was of a type imported into the United States for Officer's private purchase during the Civil War. The Pinfire system was the earliest form of "Cartridge" developed, with a pin projecting out at 90 degrees to the cartridge case. When struck by the falling hammer the cartridge discharged. At the time up against muzzle loading