Original French 19th Century Engraved 11mm Pinfire Revolver with Liège Proofs - C.1860-65 Other European Militaria 44 Winchester Center Fire)

44 Winchester Center Fire)

• Original printed Officer's Commission in his name bearing signature stamping of "GEORGE R

Wallace Stover

CAPTURED AT ENNISCORTHY

the vigorous defense of which proved to be * * * a rear-guard holding action by the enemy while the main German forces withdrew

Original French 19th Century Engraved 11mm Pinfire Revolver with Liège Proofs - C.1860-65 Other European Militaria 44 Winchester Center Fire)Original Item: Only One Available. Made in Lige, Belgium for the French market, this fine 11mm 6 shot Pin Fire Revolver was of a type imported into the United States for Officer's private purchase during the Civil War. The Pinfire system was the earliest form of "Cartridge" developed, with a pin projecting out at 90 degrees to the cartridge case. When struck by the falling hammer the cartridge discharged. At the time up against muzzle loading