France, reign of Louis XVI (1774-1789). - Lot 79

France, reign of Louis XVI (1774-1789). Cavalry flintlock pistol model 1777 1st type by Manufacture de Charleville, circa 1780 and converted to percussion. Cal. 18 mm. All metal parts with white polished finish, oxidized with rust blossoms in places. Smooth, round barrel with thunderbolt side panels and "S 80" inspection mark for Chef de Brigade De St SERNIN, inspector from 1779 to 1792. The breech tail is marked "M 1777", partly legible, worn. Platine à coffre à silex de la Manufacture de Charleville, hallmarked "F 80" for Jean Joseph FEBVRE, controller from 1777 to 1807. Cast brass fittings, stamped "F" for Jean Joseph FEBVRE. Walnut stock. Steel ramrod with nailhead, in style and mounted. Functional mechanism, with two clear, play-free cocking notches. Inside of barrel with surface oxidation. 34 cm (barrel 18.5 cm). (Wear and tear, stock cracked, belt hook missing, style cleaning rod. As is).