What is this?

July 13, 2023 15:14

Can you help me identify this pistol? There are no markings or serial numbers. It appears to be some type of weird rimfire model.

Thanks!!

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navc130

July 13, 2023 17:49
It is a European, probably Belgium, Pinfire revolver. The holes on the back of the cylinder are where the pin protruded. The hammer struck the pin which ignited the cap inside the cartridge case. Popular in Europe in the 1800's. ELG is a Belgium proof mark.
Some very high quality pinfire shotguns were made in France. Just noticed it is missing the ejector rod.
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BobJudy

July 13, 2023 17:50
It is not a rimfire. It appears to be either a French or Belgian pinfire. Quite a few models were made. If you do a Google or Bing image search for pinfire revolvers you may find a match. Bob
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kev4uscgmail_com

July 14, 2023 19:15
Thanks!!
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dunbarboyz

July 15, 2023 02:12
Google Lefaucheux Revolver. He was the pinfire inventor 1840's I think what you have is a M1858 Navy 12mm.
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KL

August 09, 2023 20:36
Interesting piece, @kev4uscgmail_com. Let us know if you find out more about it.
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