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MASSIVE AUGUST FRANCOTTE 577 REVOLVER

Currency:USD Category:Firearms & Military Start Price:3,000.00 USD Estimated At:6,000.00 - 10,000.00 USD
MASSIVE AUGUST FRANCOTTE 577 REVOLVER
SERIAL NUMBER 1791 BARREL 4 3/4" CALIBER .577 CENTER FIRE. MANUFACTURED CIRCA 1880. Known as Man Stoppers these enormous revolvers were actually intended for use against dangerous game animals such as tigers. 5 shot single & double action operation with solid frame. Blue finish with 2 piece checkered walnut grips with lanyard swivel at base. Fluted 5 shot cylinder. Manual ejection. Marked on left side of revolver CART, .577 with serial number on lower leg of frame surrounded by rope border. Right side of revolver is "A.F." with Crown ( August Francotte's monogram) CONDITION. Good with excellent bore and chambers. Grips are very good , full sized with evidence of additional finish being added. The exterior finish has toned from rust blue to a mottled aged patina. The action operates both single and double action. ANTIQUE