(A) INCREDIBLY RARE GUYCOT 40 SHOT CHAIN PISTOL

This is among the earliest high capacity pistols. It was invented in 1878 and probably no more than couple hundred were made in France with maybe a dozen surviving examples. The interesting and complex chain mechanism utilized black powder 25 caliber rocket balls much like those used in Volcanic Arms of an earlier era. This gun has been interestingly fitted on left side with a piece of Lucite to show and demonstrate the mechanism which still works quite well. The original side plate no longer accompanies the pistol. The only markings noted on gun is maker's mark on top of the octagon barrel. But has a serial number of "33". Gun was loaded at the top of the frame, the opening covered by a sliding rear sight assembly, possibly a replacement. Frame is mounted with a bead front sight, folding trigger, and 2-piece walnut grips. CONDITION: Very good overall. Metal is grey with old cleaning and some salt and pepper texturing. Maker's mark and serial number discernible. Grips retain about half of their thin varnish with moderate edge wear and cosmetic blemishes. Tacking marks on butt. Mechanically fine, and action can be observed through Lucite window on left side of frame. One of the most iconic firearms curiosa that displays exceedingly well.

Name

Value

Barrel Length

3 - 1/4"

Caliber/Bore

.25 Rocket Ball

FFL Status

Antique

Manufacturer

Guycot

Model

Chain Pistol