Pair Of Percussion Dueling Pistols – Paliard Vialleton Frères, Saint-étienne – 19th Century

Pair of percussion dueling pistols – Paliard Vialleton Frères, Saint-Étienne – Circa 183
A beautiful pair of 19th-century percussion dueling pistols, signed Paliard Vialleton Frères in Saint-Étienne, presented in its original wooden case lined with green velvet, along with its loading and maintenance accessories.
This matching pair stands out for the quality of its craftsmanship, the elegance of its proportions, and the care taken in its finish.
Both pistols bear the signature of Paliard Vialleton Frères of Saint-Étienne on their hammers.
They feature octagonal Damascus steel barrels with ribbon-style decoration, described as rifled, with a caliber of approximately 11 mm.
The elegantly shaped walnut stocks display fine craftsmanship and finely checkered grips. The percussion locks and metal fittings are adorned with delicate engravings of scrollwork and foliage.
Condition
Both pistols are in excellent overall condition, with their original patina and very rare traces of oxidation.
The set is offered in its current condition, without restoration or cleaning.

Case and Accessories
The pistols come with their original compartmentalized wooden case, lined with green velvet.
The case contains several accessories, including a decorated powder horn, a ramrod, loading rods, and various loading and maintenance tools.
The case is sold “as is,” with its original patina visible, along with signs of use and the marks of time that attest to its age.
Please note: the primer box is missing, and one of the ramrods is not original.
Specifications
- Period: 19th century, circa 1830- Origin: Saint-Étienne, France- Gunsmith: Paliard Vialleton Frères- Type: pair of percussion dueling pistols- Length: 35 cm per pistol- Stated caliber: approximately 11 mm- Barrels: octagonal, Damascus steel- Grips: finely checkered walnut- Decoration: engravings on the triggers and fittings- Presentation: antique case lined with green velvet- Condition: beautiful antique patina, rare traces of oxidation- Accessories: missing primer box and one cleaning rod replaced
A beautiful set of French firearms
This exquisite pair of pistols offers a fascinating glimpse into the craftsmanship of the gunsmiths of Saint-Étienne, the historic center of French firearms manufacturing.
The intricate engravings, the walnut grips, and the presentation in a case make this set particularly appealing to collectors of antique firearms, historical artifacts, and 19th-century militaria.
Galerie L’Atrium – Expert and Antique Dealer
Paris – Antibes
Additional photographs and information available upon request.