FRANCE, mid-19th century Manufacture Royale de Châtellerault. Marine pistol, model 1837. Rear percussion lock on capsule, signed. Round barrel, then with thunderbolt sides. Smooth. Cal. 15 mm. Walnut shaft and stock. Belt hook. Brass fittings. Nail rod on stirrup. Barrel length: 15.2 cm - Overall length: 29 cm. Scratches and knocks from use; knock to trigger guard; old and surface oxidation.