WTT OR late 1800s Belgian Revolver in 7mm Pinfire

trainsktg · Mar 13, 2015

I've never seen a 'pinfire' before. Very interesting.

Keith

fireninja13 · Mar 13, 2015

trainsktg said:
I've never seen a 'pinfire' before. Very interesting.

Keith

Yep, they were developed in the 1830s and was the forerunner to centerfire and rimfire cartridges -- basically they were some of the first of the "modern" self contained ammunition that didn't require a cap, powder and projectile to be fired.

European made revolvers were used extensively by both sides during the Civil War.

braxtonbabcock · Feb 23, 2016

How much for it?

fireninja13 · May 5, 2016

braxtonbabcock said:
How much for it?

Logged in for the first time in months, so sorry for the delayed reply. . . PM sent.

Yes, I still have it. Thanks for the Interest!

madman48 · May 13, 2016

Still got it?

fireninja13 · May 13, 2016

madman48 said:
Still got it?

Yes, I still have it. The listing will be deleted when it is gone.

fireninja13 · May 20, 2016

After many emails asking "how much" I'll say the following: I have not had any luck finding close comparables for purposes of more precisely determining value -- it is a handmade antique so they are all a little different, and the antique engraving, overall condition, and period accessories make it nigh-on unique. I have honestly shared all the information I have on the gun in the listing.

So, I'll say again" Please read the listing. If you email me asking "how much" I will reply with "I will consider all cash or trade offers" -- basically I'm interested in finding a deal that seems fair to all parties. Thanks NWFA!

fireninja13 · May 23, 2016

Finally got around to taking some some decent pics, and updated the listing. Hopefully you can get a better sense of the condition and the nice old engraving work.

mikemenzie · Sep 18, 2016

That little beastie is gorgeous. From some of the other pinfires i've seen, if this thing is fireable, i'd pay a lot, if i had it!

fireninja13 · Oct 3, 2016

mikemenzie said:
That little beastie is gorgeous. From some of the other pinfires i've seen, if this thing is fireable, i'd pay a lot, if i had it!

So far as I can tell there is nothing to prevent you from firing it other than the need for some substantial Brass Balls

I currently have it consigned at a fancy antique weapons dealer, but if you are really interested I could hook you up at a pretty aggressive price -- shoot me a PM if you are.