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Object Type
Title
Double-Barreled Disguise: Lefaucheux’s LF 187 with Hidden Trigger Mechanism
Description
This Lefaucheux double-barreled pistol, serial number LF 187, exemplifies the ingenious design characteristic of Casimir Lefaucheux's work. Its twin barrels promise twice the reliability, and the hidden trigger, which springs into readiness once cocked, is an elegant solution to the dual firing mechanisms, allowing a single trigger pull to discharge either hammer.
Intricately engraved and finished with a deep, polished sheen, the pistol is a remarkable blend of form and functionality. The engravings suggest a bespoke commission, likely for a client of considerable status. This firearm’s design, with the concealed trigger mechanism, not only adds an element of surprise and novelty but also a practical aspect, streamlining the weapon's profile and preventing snagging.
As an exquisite representative of Lefaucheux’s inventiveness after his temporary hiatus from gunmaking, this pistol embodies the transition into more sophisticated and compact firearms, pointing toward the future of personal defense weapons. It's a stunning piece of craftsmanship and a significant link in the evolution of firearms technology.
Serial Number
LF 187
Year Made
1845
Relationship
Country
France
Specific Model/Variant
Model 1845