Left in the white, this type II Perrin double action revolver is marked "PERRIN/& Cie Bte" in tiny letters on the right side of the frame and the serial number over a sunburst over "PARIS" on the left side of the frame. The matching serial number is marked on the frame, barrel and cylinder. Small numbers of these revolvers were imported during the Civil War. Various estimates put the number at about 1,000 and they are considered a secondary U.S. Martial piece. They employed an unusual cartridge, unique to this revolver, with an inside primed brass or copper case with a very thick rim around the base. No other cartridge would fit the chamber. This example has no military markings. The cylinder pin is kept in place by the ejector rod which swivels on a collar around the rear of the barrel. Fitted with a one-piece walnut grip with a steel butt cap and lanyard ring.

Very fine The revolver has an overall original factory bright appearance showing a few areas of discoloration. The grip is also very fine with some minor pressure dents and scratches. Mechanically excellent.