France, Third Republic (1870–1940). - Lot 323

Lot n° 323
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France, Third Republic (1870–1940). - Lot 323
France, Third Republic (1870–1940). Service revolver, Model 1873, from the St. Étienne Arms Factory, 1878. Caliber 11 mm. 6-shot. Serial No. “G 81748 .” All metal parts have a light gray patina with some staining in places. All parts bear the same serial number except for one replaced screw. Markings on the barrel read “Mle 1873” and on the frame “Mre d’Armes de St Étienne.” The barrel is dated “S. 1878” 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. Checkered walnut butt plates. Mechanism functions well in both single and double action, with two distinct cocking notches and no play. The interior of the barrel is dirty with shallow rifling grooves. Complete. 24 cm (barrel 11.5 cm). (Signs of wear and minor cosmetic imperfections; the screw on the frame above the stock has been replaced. Fairly good condition.)
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