Pair Of Pistols With Throwing Bayonets, Early 19th Century

This pair of pistols is interesting for its so-called "throwing bayonet" system. When folded, the bayonets are blocked against the trigger guard. The action of pulling the trigger guard towards you releases the bayonet, which, propelled by a very powerful spring, locks in the open position in the extension of the barrel. A push button unlocks the bayonet so that it can be folded into place. Length of bayonets 11 cm
BARRELS : They are octagonal, with an internal caliber of approximately 15.4mm. At their end is the bayonet support mechanism. Length of the barrels = 15 cm
MECHANISM: firing is done by a so-called "piston" percussion system, but appearance shows that these weapons were initially flintlock and that they were transformed for a more modern and more modern system. reliable in the 1830s.
We find the ELG mark which is the proof mark of the city of Liège from 1810.
On the underside of each barrel: the number 726. It is therefore undoubtedly a real pair of pistols, not 2 similar weapons. The sides of the "box" mechanism are decorated with plant motifs, as is the hammer.
The hammer holds the cock perfectly, which is original with only 1 notch. The trigger guard is mobile, it is decorated with a radiant star-shaped pattern.
STOCKS : they are made of wood in the shape of a drop of water.
On each stock there is a "thumb piece" in the shape of a coat of arms, intended to accommodate coats of arms which have never been engraved.
This pair of pistols is pleasant, the mechanism works perfectly, it will fit naturally into a collection of objects from the Empire-Restoration period. Shipping costs France €30, Europe €40 No shipping outside Europe
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