Original French 19th Century Engraved 11mm Pinfire Revolver with Liège Proofs - C.1860-65 British Swagger Stick meaning this was a true

meaning this was a true civil war manufactured gun

Assigned 8th AAF: April 1943 - Wing/Command Assignment:

Barrel Length: 9 1/2 inches

Type A-14 oxygen mask with microphone 10A/12570

Original French 19th Century Engraved 11mm Pinfire Revolver with Liège Proofs - C.1860-65 British Swagger Stick meaning this was a trueOriginal Item: Only One Available. Made in Lige, Belgium for the French market, this fine 11mm 6 shot Pin Fire Revolver was of a type imported into the United States for Officer's private purchase during the Civil War. The Pinfire system was the earliest form of "Cartridge" developed, with a pin projecting out at 90 degrees to the cartridge case. When struck by the falling hammer the cartridge discharged. At the time up against muzzle loading