A cased pair of percussion pistols,S. Gerster,St. Etienne,circa 1840. Octagonal barrels with patent breechblocks and rifled bores in 11 mm calibre. Dovetailed iron sights. Finely engraved locks,each bearing the gold-inlaid signature,"S. GERSTER. ST. ETIENNE". Walnut stocks with fluted butts and engraved iron furniture. Length of each 43 cm. In a felt lined wooden case with some accessories(replacement hammer). Key missing. Case dimensions 54 x 23 x 8 cm. historic,historical,19th century,civil handgun,civil handguns,handheld,gun,guns,firearm,fire ,Additional-Rights-Clearences-Not Available

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