Original 19th Century French Officer's Percussion Pistol circa 1840 Japanese Army The inside is lined with

The inside is lined with brownish gold silk rayon type material

This model was introduced in the early 18th century and was issued with a long 12" barrel and saw active service for a century

No chronic aliment from same

but no real damage of flaking

For this he was awarded the Purple Heart

Original 19th Century French Officer's Percussion Pistol circa 1840 Japanese Army The inside is lined withOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a very nice example of a mid 19th Century French percussion pistol, most likely made and customized for a French Army Officer. These were often bespoke, and over the years, unfortunately markings often wore away, such as on this example. However it is still really is a most elegant officer's pistol. It has fine walnut wood stock which is checkered on the grip. It is equipped with full brass mounts, with an