Factory Engraved Palm Pistol - 214

These pistols were initially called Mitrailleuse (from "Grapeshot") from 1893 to approximately 1895 before being rebranded as the Le Gaulois (native people of France as in the Gauls). The model was manufactured by Manufacture Francaise d'Armes et Cycles in St. Etienne until approximately 1912. This Gaulois has the manufacturer mark on the rear of the frame at the top, "Cal." and "8m/m" at the front, and the Manufacture Française logo along with "GAULOIS" on the barrel, all inlaid in gold. The left side of the action has the three position selector switch with "S", "F", and "D" markings, also inlaid in gold. The trigger mechanism has a checkered antique ivory grip pad. The barrel has a round post front sight, and the dust cover and front of the frame are serrated. It has near full coverage, exhibition quality, factory floral scroll engraving, which match other examples of factory engraved Gaulois pistols.

Condition: Fine, retains 50% of the original blue finish mixed with some grey/brown patina, a few patches of light pitting/oxidation, faint traces of case color patterns on the plunger, and crisp engraving. The plunger pad is also fine with mild wear. Mechanically excellent