France, 1st Empire (1804-1814). - Lot 120

France, 1st Empire (1804-1814). Cavalry flintlock pistol model An 9 modified An XIII. Cal. 17.6 mm. All metal parts white with minor traces of oxidation in places. Round barrel with sight and rear sight, with thunder flats, dated 1809 and stamped "B" and "F". The breech is marked "Mle AN 9". The lock plate is marked "Manufacture de Mutzig" and is partially legible. The brass fittings are well stamped "P" under the crown. Walnut stock (stained in places) with short varnished shaft. It is stamped "CB 1809". Complete with iron ramrod. Mechanism non-functional, battery spring too weak. Inside of the barrel with minor rust blossom oxidation (fairly good condition). 35 cm (barrel 19.8 cm). It is presented on a wood and brass stand.