"Cavalry Pistol Signed Piraube"
Pistol from the beginning of the 18th century, flat-body lock signed "PIRAUBE à St Germain" and chiseled with a foliage decoration. Swan-neck hammer, barrel punched with sides then round., silver fittings. Cap decorated with a lion's head. Bertrand PIRAUBE, first gunsmith of France under the reign of Louis XIX. If you are interested in this object please contact me by phone and avoid emails except for foreigners. 
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