Model 1874 Officer's Revolver - France - 19th Century

Model 1874 Officer's Revolver
France, 19th century
Steel and wood
Total length: 24.3 cm; Barrel length: 11.3 cm
Calibre: 11 mm 73

Mirror barrel with flat sides then round, marked: ‘Mle 1874’ on the top, ‘S. 1878’ on the right side, stamped with the letters “M” and ‘J’ encircled on the left side.
Steel frame stamped ‘N 23 248’.
Hollow cylinder with six chambers.
Chequered wooden grip panels.
Ring for lanyard on stud.
All parts bear the same number and inspection marks.

Single and double action.
High-gloss polished finish.

A total of 36,084 1874 revolvers were produced, including 6,808 in 1876.

Ref: 6322

Text and photos © FCP CORIDON

This collector's weapon is classified as a category D collector's weapon under Article L311-2 of the French Internal Security Code. It may be freely acquired and possessed. We remind you that its sale to minors is prohibited.