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LEFAUCHEUX MODEL 1862 TRIPLE ACTION REVOLVER
#11521. Cal. 12MM Lefaucheux. Standard 5 1/4" BBL. 90% of blue finish remaining. Patented on 27 September 1862 and granted on 2 December of the same year under French patent no. 55,784, this revolver by Eugène Lefaucheux represents a sophisticated evolution of the pinfire system, introducing what Lefaucheux termed a "triple action" mechanism. The revolver operates in three distinct modes: conventional single action, standard double action, and a third mode in which the trigger can be used to cock the hammer to a held position, either partial or full, without firing. Action is perfect, barrel and cylinder bores are excellent. Lelaucheux address on top of barrel and on the frame under the barrel, serial number LF 11521 + logo are deeply stamped on the frame. The walnut grips are rounded with 50% of the original varnish, it also has a lanyard ring fitted at the base. The revolver was made in France in 1863. Many of these revolvers were purchased in France and Belgium, imported and issued to many units during the Civil War, both North and South. An identical weapon is illustrated in the book "Systeme Leaucheux" by Chris C. Curtis on page 60. Very good condition, interesting piece for the Civil War collector. Cartridge shown for information purposes only.
