The revolver is completely devoid of markings apart from two faint "crown/U" German proofs on the right side of the barrel and frame, and the number "238" or "38" on various parts. Very little seems to be known about these curious revolvers and they appear quite scarce. An advertisement for a similar revolver was found in the 1927 issue of Bannerman's catalogue that only states that it was found in an old shop in Paris and that it was rare. While another similar example previously sold was identified as a German "trench revolver". Due to its unwieldy nature, it does appear that it was intended to be mounted in a pintle mount similar to the one included and likely fired remotely in double action only using string or wire in combination with the large ring trigger. It is the writers opinion that this revolver was intended to be fired remotely from a fixed position, likely in defense of a choke point or as a trap by attaching a line. Some similar revolvers have been attributed to Chaineux or LeFaucheux. It gauges at approximately 12 mm and the chambers of the 20-shot cylinder are approximately 7/8 of an inch long. Includes a wooden base and pintle mount.

Very good, showing mostly a brown-grey patina overall with some scattered mild pitting. Mechanically fine. The wooden base and mount is fine with some scattered minor handling/storage marks. A mysterious and interesting piece that is unlikely to be found in many collections!