Flintlock Pistol Model 1777, 1st Type Known As A Safe Pistol, France, 18th Century, Louis XVI Period

Flintlock pistol model 1777, 1st type called “à coffre"
France 18th century, Louis XVI period
Steel, brass, wood
Overall length: 33; Barrel length: 19.2 cm 
Cal.: 17.1 mm
 
Five-sided barrel with thunderbolt, then round and smooth, marked “86” and stamped PM crowned.
Flintlock lock. 
Brass case, engraved “St Etienne” and stamped with the crowned “J” of controller Javille. Location and screw for belt hook.
Brass fittings, iron flange. 
Nailhead ramrod on the side, hallmarked D and P.
Walnut frame, stamped “MAY 1786” with crowned B and D control marks.
 
Very good condition. In its original polished finish.
 
Reference : 5141
 
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According to article L311-2 of the French Internal Security Code, this collector's weapon is classified in category D. It is free to acquire and hold. We remind you that their sale is forbidden to minors.