Lot 4376
A pinfire revolver by Lüneschloss in Solingen
Historical and Modern Firearms | A109s | Live auction | 1727 Lots
Description
Cal. 12mmStiftfeuer, SN. 1664, octagonal-to-round barrel, length 16 cm, the rifled bore frosted. On top of the barrel marked “12mm” with a Prussian Eagle, below which “S.P.”, the right side marked “Lüneschloss Solingen”, the further markings illegible. Six shots. The cylinder not fluted. On the right side an ejector rod. Barrel set screwed to frame. Barrel and cylinder browned, moderately reworked and nitro-cellulose lacquered. The polished frame with moderate engraving. SA/DA. Trigger guard with finger hook. Dark walnut grips. Lanyard ring. Length 30 cm. According to Kurt Jürgen, "Stiftfeuer-Revolver aus der Klingenstadt”, Lüneschloss began manufacturing this revolver model by Eugene Gabriel Lefaucheux in the late 1880s, in an attempt to compete against Belgian and French gun makers, but discontinued production shortly thereafter for lack of demand.WBK: Attention - For this gun we will need to obtain an export license for you, based on your import permit (if needed in your country) or through your firearms dealer - more info here
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