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Belgian 12mm Pinfire made by Auguste Francotte, for Argentinian gun dealer, Bertonnet
$1,600
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Description
This 12mm Pinfire was made by the Belgian firm of Auguste Francotte. This gun feels a little bigger than some and it really feels nice in your hand and is well balanced. It’s condition is OK though there are definitely signs of wear and use. It is mechanically sound and functions well. The gun indexes and fires in double-action. Single-action does not hold a cock though I am not sure it is supposed to. Many early ones were double-action-only. This gun dates to the late 1860s and one notable and unique feature is the inscription of an Argentine Gun-dealer on the top of the barrel. That inscription is: “Bertonnet en Buenos Ayres”.
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Hello, my name is Aaron Newcomer. I am a collector and researcher of early 19th century breech-loading firearms systems, with a particular focus on the work of Jean Samuel Pauly and Casimir Lefaucheux. I collect cartridges and documents related to these types of firearms and conduct research on these topics, furthering my understanding and knowledge of these historical firearms and their place in the evolution of firearms technology. My collection and research reflect my dedication to preserving and understanding the history and technical innovations of these early firearms systems.
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