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Model 1874 Regulation Revolver for Officers.
France, year of manufacture 1876
Steel and wood.
Overall length: 24.3 cm - Barrel length: 11.3 cm - 11mm 73 caliber
Side-mounted barrel then round with the markings: Mle 1874. M, on top. Right side S. 1876. Left side N10124 and circled M and J hallmarks.
Steel frame. Lightened 6-chamber cylinder with numbered stamps E and N. Single and double action operation. Inspector's marks.
The mechanical parts have retained their straw-yellow finish.
Wooden stock plates checkered with the weapon's number. Ring ring on the stud.
All parts are numbered and hallmarked.
Very good overall condition. Barrel and mirror chambers. 98% bronzed finish.
The total production of the 1874 revolver was 36,084, including 6,808 in 1876.
Ref.: 5888
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This collector's weapon is, according to Article L311-2 of the French Internal Security Code, classified as a collector's weapon, category D. Its acquisition and possession are free. We remind you that its sale is prohibited to minors.
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