French St Etenne Model MLE 1873 11X17mm DA/SA Revolver MFD 1882 Antique

Make: French Mre d’Armes St. Etienne



Model: 1882



Serial Number: G91101



Year of Manufacture: 1882



Caliber: 11x17mmR



Action Type: Single or Double Action SA/DA Revolver with Swing Out Cylinder



Barrel Length: 4 1/2”



Sights/Optics: The front sight is a blade integral to a base that is fixed to the barrel. The rear sight is a v-notch that is integral to the topstrap.



Stock Configuration and Condition: The grips are two piece checkered wood panels. The panels are dark and weathered in overall appearance. There are scratches and compression marks. There are no chips or cracks. The grips are in Good condition.



Type of Finish: Strawed and White



Finish Originality: Original



Bore Condition: The bore is bright. The rifling is defined. There is very light erosion in the bore. In my opinion the bore rates 8/10.



Overall Condition: This revolver retains about 0% of its strawed finish. Surfaces that were white have some minor surface oxidation. All metal surfaces have light nicks and dings. Light scuffs persist throughout the frame. Screws have light tool marks with strong slots and pins are unmarred. Overall, this revolver rates in Good condition, as antique.



Mechanics: The action functions correctly. We did not fire this handgun.