France, 2nd Restoration (1815-1830). - Lot 107

France, 2nd Restoration (1815-1830). Model 1822 T bis converted flintlock percussion cavalry pistol by Manufacture Royale de St Étienne, with the same N°. Cal. 17,6 mm. Serial no. 1352. All metal parts with small stained gray patina and minor traces of oxidation. Round barrel with sight and rear sight, with thunder flats, no date (gone) and stamped "cal 17,6 A" "1352". The breech is marked "1822 T bis". Lock marked "Manufacture Royale de St Etienne" and controller's mark illegible. The brass fittings are well stamped "L" under the crown in a rhombus. Short-barreled walnut stock with the same "1352" number, stamped "CHIRAT" and control stamp. Original steel ramrod. Functional mechanism with two clear, play-free cocking notches. Inside of barrel with minor surface oxidation and shallow scratches. 35 cm (barrel 20 cm). (Wear and tear, stock ring missing, minor bumps around the muzzle. Fairly good condition).