Rare Maroquin A Systeme A Feu - 1830/1840

Very rare Moroccan wallet with concealed firearm system, circa 1830/1840, XIXth century. Green leather morocco with intact buckle closure, interior compartment with hidden firing system. Percussion pistol with forced bullet, adapted to the firing system by moving blade. Damascus barrel removable, smooth, unscrewing for loading thanks to a key (present) which engages in a lug on the barrel. Pistol hammer with a bail allowing the attachment of the pistol cocking rope. The gun chest is fixed to the stock by two clamps on the top and bottom of the grip. 1 tool present, is used for the molding of the balls and 1 second for the key of disassembly. 2 lead bullets of 7 m / m, are present in the housing provided for this purpose. (two housings for 6 bullets, closing by the pivoting brass tab. To shoot, you have to arm the hammer using the cord and to fire, you have to raise the ball rod coming out on the side of the morocco. This one press the trigger. A hidden hatch opening on the opposite side, frees a hole for the passage of the bullet. The weapon works in simple action, the mechanism is in perfect working order. The system is complete with its accessories. Dimensions: closed: 13 X 8 X 2.2 cm Open: 13 x 24.5 x 2.2 cm Weight: 250 grams For discerning collector, very beautiful object from another era, in good condition and in good condition. The morocco can be held in the hand or left carelessly on a piece of furniture, it did not attract attention. It was sufficient to direct the muzzle of the barrel naturally towards the potential enemy and act on it. the trigger to strike it, without having awakened its fiance. Shipping costs included for FRANCE.