FRANCE, late 18th century, reign of Louis XV or Louis XVI (1775-1789) Manufacture de Maubeuge. Cavalry pistol, model 1763-1766 - 1775. Flintlock lock, signed and stamped "CS", and flat-bodied heart hammer. Faceted breech. Round barrel, then with two side panels, thunderbolt marked "75", breech tail marked "M 1763". Smooth. Cal. 16 mm. Walnut stock and long barrel. Brass fittings. Iron ramrod with nail head. Barrel length: 23 cm - Overall length: 40.5 cm. As is; scratches and knocks from use, some deep; tarnished brass; dented wood, partially plugged holes, with grooves.