Original French 1840 Percussion Pocket Pistol by Leclerc of Paris Antique Gun Parts in correct eight finger configuration

in correct eight finger configuration with central drawstring and an M1931 aluminum liner band that is maker marked

In early 1945 after the German collapse at the Battle of the Bulge and being in full retreat from the Red Army in the east there was serious concern that AH in his final madness might resort to poison gas as a last ditch measure

Serving under the U

Both the receiver and trigger group have inspection stamps

but it takes the P58

Original French 1840 Percussion Pocket Pistol by Leclerc of Paris Antique Gun Parts in correct eight finger configurationOriginal Item. Only One Available. This is a small single shot percussion pistol with screw off octagonal 2. 25 barrel, the entire overall length being just 6. 5. The hidden trigger flips out when the gun is cocked as the intent was that this was a hidden weapon only to be used if accosted whilst out and about. Minimal engraving, just a solid little gun for both a gentleman or even a lady. Nicely marked Leclerc Paris on the barrel, features a fold