French flintlock cavalry pistol M.1822 converted to percussion pistol (1841 Transformation). Caliber: 17.1 mm. Rifled barrel. The ramrod is missing. The pistol displays many interesting markings. The lockplate displays maker's markings, "M-re R-le de Tulle", and "P" (in a circle). The barrel tang shows following markings, "M-le 1822 Bis". The back of the barrel displays following markings, "308" (crossed with two lines), "586", "C" (in a circle), "A" and some other unrecognizable markings. The counter plate and all other brass parts has correct French proof marks in oval. The left side of the stock shows following stamps, "308" (crossed with two lines), "586"and some other unrecognizable markings. There are some other fading stamps on the stock. Complete with lanyard ring. Many pistols of this type were imported to the USA during the Civil War. CONDITION: Low fine. Correct, polished metal finish with some gray patina. Scattered pitting on the barrel. Lock works fine. Nice solid stock with some handling marks. No cracks to the wood. Very good bore. The percussion nipple is in very good condition. All the markings on brass, steel and wood are still, at least partially, visible. The pistol had a different lockplate installed in the past (as indicated by some extra space in the wood in front of the lockplate). Good example of French cavalry percussion pistol! (Ref. "French Military Weapons 1717-1938", by James E. Hicks, pp. 81 and 94).
