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Lot 3111: Unique Engraved J. Rouchouse & Co. Le Merveilleux Palm Pistol

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: September 11, 2016

Lot 3111: Unique Engraved J. Rouchouse & Co. Le Merveilleux Palm Pistol

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: September 11, 2016

Estimated Price: $1,200 - $1,700

Unique Engraved J. Rouchouse & Co. Le Merveilleux Palm Pistol

Manufacturer: French
Model: Palm Pistol
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 8 mm CF
Barrel: 3 1/4 inch round
Finish: blue/nickel
Grip: hard rubber
Stock:
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Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 57
Class: Antique
Description:

This pistol was designed by Frenchman Jacques Rouchouse in the 1880s. It is marked "LE MERVEILLEUX" ("The Wonderful") on the top of the barrel and "292," "PL/BREVETE", and "JR & CIE" on the bottom of the action. It also has some floral engraving patterns, checkering on the trigger mechanism, some Liege proofmarks, and checkered grips.

Rating Definition:

Fine. The original blue finish on the barrel is fading to a plum brown patina, and the action retains 60% of the original plating and has a gray patina and light pitting on the left side. The grip panels are fine with some chipping near the heel on the left and crisp checkering throughout. The action is fine, and the markings and engraving patterns are mostly crisp.



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