LSB#: 120614TR04
Make: probably Le Faucheux
Model: Pinfire
Serial Number: 47
Year of Manufacture: 1870’s
Caliber: 7mm Pinfire
Action Type: Double Action Revolver
Markings: There is “E / LG / *” in an oval on the cylinder, and an “S” in a circle on the front of the cylinder along with unreadable characters. There is “ * / L” on the right side of the barrel, and circle “P” on the left side of the frame. There is a crown over “JD” on the left grip frame and “47” also on the left grip frame at the top.
Barrel Length: 3 ¼”
Sights / Optics: This revolver is mounted with a front sight post in a dovetail slot.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The grips are smooth wood. There are compression marks but no chips or cracks. The grips rate in about Very Good overall condition.
Type of Finish: Blue
Finish Originality: All Original
Bore Condition: The bore is bark and the rifling is sharp and deep. There is pitting in the bore.
Overall Condition: This revolver retains about 40% of its metal finish. There is blue on the barrel and much blue on the cylinder. The frame show s mottled finish and is mostly gray. The Screw heads are serviceable and show wear. The markings are mostly clear. Overall, this revolver rates in about Fair + condition.
Mechanics: The action does not function. The hammer does not stay back and pulling the trigger does not advance the cylinder.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: None
Our Assessment: This is an early ignition system revolver still in 40% condition. The Pinfire was a French invention that found its way here to the states. For its time this was an advances handgun, multiple shots, double action, side loading with an ejector rod, and a folding trigger. This revolver will make a great addition to your collection.
CA Legal or CA Private Party Transferable: This antique revolver can be sold to anyone 18 years of age with valid ID.
Shipping:
UPS Insured shipping will cost $25
Your item will be shipped within 1 week of receipt of good funds, usually the next day. You will receive an automatic notification with a tracking number upon shipment, to let you know that we have received funds. If you are in Southern California, you are welcome to pick your item up and complete the transfer at our shop in Simi Valley (M-F, 8-5).
This gun can only be shipped to a verified adult, and it will be shipped from an FFL. It is your responsibility to ensure that the gun is legal to own and receive in your area. Please include a copy of your driver’s license with payment; this is for proof of age. We are FFL dealers and comply with all Federal, State and local laws.
Payment:
Full payment on non-layaway items is required within 14 days. We accept Cashiers Checks, Money Orders, Cash and Personal Checks. No Credit Cards or electronic payments are accepted. To help us properly apply your payment, please indicate what item you have purchased when payment and/or FFL are sent. If you would like to be notified when we receive your payment, please obtain a tracking number from your carrier. We receive about 40 checks a day and do not have the staff required to email everyone when we receive checks.
CA Sales tax applies to CA buyers (7.25%).
Layaways are offered on all items, requiring a 20% non refundable down payment within 7 days of the auction’s close and the balance within 60 days. We do not require prior notice to place an item on the layaway. No returns are accepted on layaway items and the item will be considered abandoned after 60 days.
Successful Bidder Instructions:
You will be invoiced by the morning following the sale. This invoice will include totals for the sale and all instructions.
If you win an item and are not willing or able to complete the sale, you will be liable for 5% of the sale price.
Returns (less shipping) are accepted within 3 days of when the item is delivered with signature confirmation. Returns are very costly for both the buyer and for us, so please ask all of your questions before bidding and please be sure you can legally purchase this item.
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No gun should be fired without being examined by a competent gunsmith.
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