31 - FRANCE, second half of the 18th century

FRANCE, second half of the 18th century Forced-ball pistol. Flintlock, flat-bodied. Round barrel, ringed, then faceted toward the breech, with a black patina. Unscrewing lug. Smoothbore. Caliber 9 mm. Short walnut stock carved with teardrops, leafy branches, and a trigger guard ring. Cut-out iron fittings accented with fillets, including a pommel with struts. Barrel length: 7.8 cm - Overall length: 17.9 cm. Hammer damaged and missing. As-is. Wear, scratches, and impact marks; oxidation.