A needle-fire revolver, F. von Dreyse, Sömmerda, circa 1865. Small model, calibre 0,35 (Prussian inches = approx. mm), no. 5331. Six-shot cylinder, vine engraving on frame. Firing pin receiver with ornamental silver inlay. Manufacturer's name marked above the cylinder: "F. v. Dreyse Sömmerda", left on frame calibre size. Grip from finely grained walnut with delicate checkering. Butt plate with lanyard loop. Length cm. Metal surfaces with grey patina and remnants of finish. Cocking spring of needle worn. historic, historical, 19th century, civil handgun,

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