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A Very Nice French Officers Flintlock Pistol
Treehouse Antiques
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A Very Nice French Officers Flintlock Pistol

19th century
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A lovely brass mounted walnut stock french officers pistol circa 1800 in excellent condition and in full working order holding solidly on full and half cock. 8 inch steel barrel with proof marks, also stamped to the stock and the brasswork , action stamped... Manufre. Imp.de charleville. Chip to the stock beneath the action but this does not detract from this very nice pistol

Height 4 1/2 inches ...11.5 cm

Width 14 inches ...35.5 cm

Depth 2 3/4 inches ...7 cm

Physical Dimensions
Height
11.5cm (4.53")
Width
35.5cm (13.98")
Depth
7cm (2.76")
Declaration

Treehouse Antiques has dated this French Officer Flintlock Pistol to the 1800s.

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SA1133654
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UK mainland delivery £25 - £125 for far flung areas of scotland etc please contact US for a quote. Viewing is by appointment. Collection is always welcome.

Any enquiries regarding this item please telephone ian 07885472759 or

Linda 07886370802

Description
A lovely brass mounted walnut stock french officers pistol circa 1800 in excellent condition and in full working order holding solidly on full and half cock. 8 inch steel barrel with proof marks, also stamped to the stock and the brasswork , action stamped... Manufre. Imp.de charleville. Chip to the stock beneath the action but this does not detract from this very nice pistol

Height 4 1/2 inches ...11.5 cm

Width 14 inches ...35.5 cm

Depth 2 3/4 inches ...7 cm

Height
11.5cm (4.53")
Width
35.5cm (13.98")
Depth
7cm (2.76")
Date of Manufacture

Treehouse Antiques has dated this French Officer Flintlock Pistol to the 1800s.

Reference Numbers
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An antique French officers flintlock pistol featuring a dark walnut stock, steel mechanism, and brass fittings on the barrel band, trigger guard, and butt.
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Archive I An antique French officers flintlock pistol featuring a dark walnut stock, steel mechanism, and brass fittings on the barrel band, trigger guard, and butt.

A VERY NICE FRENCH OFFICERS FLINTLOCK PISTOL

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An antique French officers flintlock pistol featuring a dark walnut stock, steel mechanism, and brass fittings on the barrel band, trigger guard, and butt.
A VERY NICE FRENCH OFFICERS FLINTLOCK PISTOL
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Flintlock pistols were used extensively by French military officers during the 18th and early 19th centuries, particularly during the Revolutionary and Napoleonic Wars. Officers often purchased their own sidearms, leading to variations in design and ornamentation compared to standard-issue infantry models.

These firearms were typically constructed using dense hardwoods such as walnut for the stock, paired with iron or steel for the barrel and lock mechanism. Brass was frequently chosen for fittings, including the trigger guard, butt cap, and barrel bands, due to its resistance to corrosion.

Authentic pieces feature period-correct proof marks on the barrel or lock plate, hand-forged steel components, and natural wear patterns on the wooden stock and brass fittings. Original lock mechanisms exhibit precise fitting without modern machine tooling marks.

An antique flintlock pistol is best styled mounted inside a custom glazed shadow box or displayed on a bespoke stand. It serves as a focal point on a study desk, bookshelf, or mantelpiece within traditional, gentlemans library, or eclectic interiors.

Keep the item in a climate-controlled environment with stable humidity to prevent wood warping and metal oxidisation. Apply microcrystalline wax to both the metal and wooden components periodically, and avoid using harsh abrasive cleaners on brass patina.
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