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Pin-Fire Antique Revolver with Ivory Grips – Obsolete Calibre | 19th Century Collectable Handgun

This elegant Pin-Fire Antique Revolver, chambered in an obsolete calibre, is a striking example of 19th-century European firearm craftsmanship. Featuring genuine ivory grips and intricate detailing, this historic revolver showcases both mechanical innovation and period artistry, making it a highly desirable piece for collectors of antique arms.

Originally developed in the mid-1800s, the pin-fire system was one of the earliest forms of self-contained metallic cartridge technology, marking a key transitional phase between percussion arms and modern centre-fire revolvers. This particular revolver is chambered in an obsolete calibre, making it safe to own.

The revolver features a six-shot cylinder, folding trigger (common on continental models), and beautifully aged ivory grips that provide both a luxurious aesthetic and a firm hold. The metalwork bears the aged patina consistent with its period, offering a tangible connection to the firearm’s 19th-century origins.

Key Features:

• Authentic pin-fire revolver dating from circa 1850s–1870s

• Obsolete calibre. – No Cert Required 

• Original ivory grips – elegant and highly collectable

• Folding trigger and side-loading gate – typical of continental European design

• Ideal for collectors, display, or educational purposes

• Smooth action with intact mechanics (non-firing)

Whether displayed in a private collection, used for historical education, or admired for its mechanical ingenuity, this pin-fire antique revolver with ivory grips is a rare and beautiful example of 19th-century firearms history.