Description
Belgian six shot, break open, double action revolver. The frame and cylinder are nickel plated with floral engraving. The horn grips also have a carved floral design. The barrel is engraved U.ARNANT.FRANSOUET Bte and a Belgian proof mark is stamped on the cylinder. The frame has a double clip action release and a lanyard ring on the butt cap. The pistol is contained in a British brown leather service holster that is missing the top strap and stamped 2829 on the front. It has single belt loop at the rear.
Contextual Description
This revolver was taken from a German officer during the First World War. It was in the possession of a member of Woy Woy R.S.L. Association who asked to have it sent to Australian War Memorial.
Details
Accession Number
RELAWM16348
Manufactured by
Arnant.Fransouet
Classification
Technology
Measurement
Overall: 27 cm
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