The Gaulois was manufactured from 1895 to around 1912 and operates on a "squeeze fire" action with an internal magazine. The pistol has near full coverage floral etching. It has a single bead sight on the barrel rib which is marked with the company trademark and "GAULOIS", a sliding dust cover marked "No./3", "CAL." and "8 m/m" on top of the frame, the round company emblem on the top of the frame at the rear, a three-position "S/F/D" (safe/fire/unload) safety switch, and a hard rubber plunger pad marked "I165" on the left. Includes an unmarked leather pouch/holster fitted for the pistol.

Fine, retains 50% plus of the original blue finish and traces of original case colors on the plunger with the balance thinned to mostly a dark grey patina, some scattered light spotting, and crisp etching. The grip is very fine with minimal handling marks and crisp checkering. Mechanically excellent. The holster is fair with extensive wear and a small seam tear.