Lefaucheux M1854
In 1854, Frenchman Eugene Lefaucheux introduced the Lefaucheux Model 1854, notable as being the first revolver to use self-contained metallic cartridges rather than loose powder, pistol ball, and percussion caps. The M1854 model was a... Wikipedia
Action: Single action revolver (military), double action (civilian)
Barrel length: 120 mm (short), 155 mm (long)
Cartridge: 12 mm Lefaucheux pinfire
In service: 1858–Present
Manufacturer: Lefaucheux Company in Paris, France, Liege, Belgium, F. Escoffier
Muzzle velocity: 168 m/s
Produced: November 1854–1870
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The Model 1854 Lefaucheux Revolver offered in this listing is a genuine French model with a serial number that places it within the range purchased by the US ...
Handgun was designed and produced by the highly-acclaimed inventor of European firearms, Eugene Lefaucheux. Referred to as the Model 1854, the Lefaucheux ...