(A) 1877 FRANKENAU PATENT PINFIRE PURSE REVOLVER.

Patented in 1877, this pocketbook hides a double action pinfire revolver. Revolver is of Belgian origin with a small "Z" proof, as well as small London proofs. Revolver is fired with a concealed folding trigger that drops down when the muzzle over is opened. The purse body is brass construction and is marked "FRANKENAU's PATENT". Both sides have leather covers. The side which contains the revolver also has a paper money clip which also hold an ejector rod for the revolver. The other side is a coin purse. CONDITION: Very Good. Brass has a mellow patina with some traces of plating in the protected areas. Leather pads are intact with some moderate wear. The interior of the coin purse has come partially undone. The revolver retains most of its nickel plating with some areas of cleaned oxidation. Fine mechanics.

Name

Value

Barrel Length

5/8"

Caliber/Bore

.25 Pinfire

FFL Status

Antique

Manufacturer

Frankenau Patent

Model

Purse Gun