France, Third Republic (1870–1940). - Lot 322

Lot n° 322
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France, Third Republic (1870–1940). - Lot 322
France, Third Republic (1870–1940). Service revolver, Model 1874, known as the “officer’s model,” manufactured by the St. Étienne Arms Factory, 1877. Caliber 11 mm. 6-shot. Serial No. “N 17735.” All metal parts retain their original black patina, which has faded in places; the hammer, loading door, trigger, and cleaning rod retain their original yellowed finish, which has also faded. All parts bear the same serial number. Markings on the barrel: “Mle 1874” and on the frame: “Mre d’Armes de St Étienne.” The barrel is dated “S. 1877” and bears the inspection marks “M” in a circle for the director of the MAS (General Maignien, 1873–1882) and “J” in a circle for the chief inspector. The cylinder has six chambers with a common chamber well for Model 1870 N and 1873 M cartridges, and a crowned “E” proof mark. The right side of the frame is stamped “M” above the stock to indicate that the firearm was returned to the factory for inspection or replacement of parts. Finely checkered walnut grip plates and a ring-style cap. Functional single- and double-action mechanism with two distinct cocking notches and no play. Clean barrel interior with good rifling. Complete. 24 cm (barrel 11.1 cm). (Signs of wear and age; the revolver has been cleaned, and the patina has been polished to a white finish in places. In good condition.)
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