"le Gaulois" Pistol - 19th Century - St-etienne Manufacture

"LE GAULOIS" repeating pocket pistol by the St-Etienne Arms and Cycles Factory, 19th century. Black bronze frame with traces of oxidation. Markings on the top of the barrel: Gaulois and St-Etienne factory hallmarks. Markings on the top of the frame: Cal 8 and No. 1, and St-Etienne Factory. Sliding loading gate and 5-round capacity. Serial number under the barrel, see photos. Checkered ebonite grips present. Safety on the left side of the frame. Mechanism in working order. Rifled bore. Dimensions: 13 x 6 x 1.5 cm. Pistol in its coin purse-type case in worn condition, see photos. In good condition, showing its age and patina, see photos. Free shipping within France. International shipping costs apply. Shipping available upon request, depending on the country. Visit my other items by consulting my gallery and our website: https://www.IrisAntik.com