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Lot 29:Scarce St. Etienne Francaise Mitrailleuse Palm Pistol

November 30th, 2012|Rock Island, IL

Lot 29:Scarce St. Etienne Francaise Mitrailleuse Palm Pistol

November 30th, 2012|Rock Island, IL

Price Realized:

Estimated Price$850 - $1,300

Scarce St. Etienne Francaise Mitrailleuse Palm Pistol

Standard two line makers mark on the right side of the frame, with "MITRAILLEUSE" on top of the barrel rib, and niter blue dust cover and 3-position selector switch. Floral decorated frame, with serrations on the front and a smooth hardwood panel on the operating bar.

ConditionVery fine, with 85% plus of the original nickel finish, showing areas of spotting, mild edge wear and scattered handling marks. Strong niter blue is present on the small components, and the operating bar shows traces of a casehardened finish. The modern replacement wood panel is very good, with some small dents. Mechanically excellent.

Details

ManufacturerSt. Etienne

ModelMitrailleuse

TypePistol

Serial number

ClassCurio & Relic Handgun

Caliber / Gauge8 mm CF

Barrel2 inch solid rib

Finishnickel

Griphardwood

Item LocationRock Island, IL