Spanish, Circa 1860-1870, 8 Shot 9mm Pinfire Revolver with Folding Trigger, Made by Zulaica Eibar using Lefaucheux system, Obsolete Calibre

*Spanish, Circa 1860-1870, 8 Shot 9mm Pinfire Revolver with Folding Trigger, Made by Zulaica Eibar using Lefaucheux system, Obsolete Calibre*

9mm, 3" Barrel.
Marked: "Zuliaca, Eibar", Serial "No 23" - marked 26 on the frame, the folding trigger and on the chamber.

A fine Spanish made 9mm round barrel 8 shot pin-fire revolver with folding trigger. Manufactured by Zuliaca, Eibar, Spain using the Lafaucheux patent design, which during the 19th century had a sizable gun industry. The 3 inch barrel with bead foresight and steel ejector rod to the right side. Finely chequered wooden grips. Swing up side-loading gate. Folding trigger which would make it easier to fit into a pocket. No proof marks.

Casimir Lefaucheux patented the pinfire cartridge in 1835 and son Eugene designed the pistol. The pinfire cartridge was one of the first successful self-contained cartridges in history, and the pistol saw prolific use in Europe during the 19th century, even being adopted by some militaries and police.

*Condition*
This is in excellent condition and cocks and dry-fires. The gun shows age related wear. Please see photographs as part of the condition report.

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