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They say the classic revolver was a development of these things ... with a so called transitional pattern in between.
This one is Belgium, dated 1853-1857, which is the period some guy called Mariette was active inventing and registering these patents. Percussion system, with four 9 m/m numbered turn off barrels, with a beautyful damascened decoration called Crolle. Breech decorated with florals. Ebony stock. The purpose of the grooves in the barrel muzzles is for fixing the turn off key. You will notice that the percussion hammer is placed underneath. Hope you enjoy it. Fernando . |
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Well That is an extremely fine example Fernando! Very beautiful indeed. I wonder if the underside hammer would result in burned fingers?
I've not seen one with this configuration before. And the quality is really first rate. Not to mention the condition! It looks like it would fire perfectly now. Regards Gene |
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WOW! Fernando, another beauty!
I have always thought pepperboxes were really great looking pistols, and this is the first one I've seen underhammer. Reminds me of the underhammer boot pistols in the U.S. around the 1840's. These were single shot though, and the ones I've seen were from Maine. Outstanding piece! All the best, Jim |
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A huge fav of mine too, great to see some great firearms in the section of the forum. If anyone does ever come across a pepperbox with a concealed trigger and hammer please let me know.
Gav |
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that is a very nice sample I have not seen one quite like that in the past. nice find on that one
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I was told by a knowledgeable antique firearms collector and dealer that
pepperboxes were basically regarded as explosives more likely to harm the user than who was being shot at. Seems it was common for all the cylinders to fire at once. I can't verify or deny the statement as I'm not a firearms collector and bearly know a pepperbox when I see them at shows. Rich S |
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I Tony,
Long time no see. Quote:
Fernando |
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