Cased Colette-system Pistol - Liège, Belgium - 19th Century
Case containing a Colette-system pistol.
Liège, Belgium
19th century
Steel, wood
Total length: 37 cm; Barrel length: 23 cm
Caliber: 10 mm
Octagonal, rifled barrel, stamped with serial number "VC 916" on the underside.
Steel frame, engraved with scrollwork and floral motifs, featuring a checkered pattern; marked "JONGEN FRERES A LIEGE" on the left side.
Trigger guard featuring matching decoration.
Walnut grip, fluted and carved with scrollwork; slight splice repair.
Steel butt cap with engraved knob.
Gravity-fed repeating mechanism.
Wooden case complete with accessories, including a bullet mold carved with scrollwork.
Victor Colette, gunmaker in Liège, active circa 1850–1860.
Ref.: 7208
Text and photos © FCP CORIDON
Under Article L311-2 of the Internal Security Code, this item is classified as a Category D collector's weapon. Its acquisition and possession are unrestricted. Please note that sale to minors is prohibited.
Liège, Belgium
19th century
Steel, wood
Total length: 37 cm; Barrel length: 23 cm
Caliber: 10 mm
Octagonal, rifled barrel, stamped with serial number "VC 916" on the underside.
Steel frame, engraved with scrollwork and floral motifs, featuring a checkered pattern; marked "JONGEN FRERES A LIEGE" on the left side.
Trigger guard featuring matching decoration.
Walnut grip, fluted and carved with scrollwork; slight splice repair.
Steel butt cap with engraved knob.
Gravity-fed repeating mechanism.
Wooden case complete with accessories, including a bullet mold carved with scrollwork.
Victor Colette, gunmaker in Liège, active circa 1850–1860.
Ref.: 7208
Text and photos © FCP CORIDON
Under Article L311-2 of the Internal Security Code, this item is classified as a Category D collector's weapon. Its acquisition and possession are unrestricted. Please note that sale to minors is prohibited.
3 880 €
Period: 19th century
Style: Other Style
Condition: Excellent condition
Reference (ID): 1783884
Availability: In stock
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