PISTOL OF THE BODYGUARDS OF THE KING'S MILITARY HOUSEHOLD, first model, 1814-1816, First Restoration. 26549
“Twisted cannon”, based on the model of Year IX. Caliber 17 mm. Barrel length 20.2 cm, with tail 24.8 cm.
Plate of the An XIII cavalry model with slight roll-up on the battery, hallmarked “B” crowned with Daniel Bouissavy and signed “Maubeuge Manuf Rle”, guilloché screws. Mount with very sloping stock ending in a straight bead topped with a cap.
Brass fittings, underguard ending with a fleur-de-lys, ellipse-shaped butt pommel molded in relief of the Armes de France.
Iron wand.
Total length 36 cm.
France.
First Restoration.
Very good condition but the barrel has lost its inscriptions and colors.
Reference :
26549