Characteristic of the late 18th century, this pocket weapon was intended for the personal protection of travellers and could be easily carried in a carriage, a coat pocket or a travel kit.
 

 
 Wrought iron fittings and mechanism, short barrel with flats then round, typical of French productions from the Louis XVI period. Characteristics
 
 • Type: Carriage pistol / traveling pistol • Mechanism: Flintlock • Probable origin: France • Period: Late 1770s-1780s • Style: Louis XVI • Barrel: Short smoothbore iron barrel • Stock: Walnut with metal butt cap • Original use: Personal defense and travel
 
 The weapon displays a beautiful patina of age consistent with its condition. The wood is sound and the metal parts retain their original appearance. The mechanism is complete and functional. A collector's item.
 
 Small Louis XVI style travel pistols are sought after for: • their historical character; • their elegant aesthetic typical of the 18th century; • their compact and decorative size; • their interest to collectors of antique French arms.
 
 A rare and unique example in such perfect condition. Fully restored in 2024. The cannon is distinguished by its refinement, typical of pocket weapons used for defense against the 18th-century brigands who were omnipresent on French highways at that time.
 

 
 Fully functional, although we do not recommend firing an antique weapon that is over 150 years old.
 

 
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