Belgium, late 19th century. - Lot 223

Belgium, late 19th century. Bulldog-type percussion revolver made in Liège. Cal. 320. 6 shots. Serial no. 254. All metal parts in their original bronze finish, oxidized with rust in places. Round rifled barrel with rear sight. Hollow barrel stamped "ELG" and "C" under crown. Finely checkered walnut buttplate and butt ring. Trigger under trigger guard. Single and double action mechanism partly functional, the hammer engages randomly (trigger spring too weak) and the hammer does not hold the cocking catch, to be overhauled. Inside of barrel dirty with minor surface oxidation and shallow scratches. 14.5 cm (barrel 5.5 cm). (Wear and tear, stock ring missing, as is). Weapon classified in category "D" of decree no. 2023-557 of July 3, 2023, free to acquire and hold.