Antique French Underlever Shotgun | Double Barrel | Circa 1860s

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Antique French underlever double-barrel shotgun, 16 bore, mid-19th century, pinfire ignition system, walnut stock with brass trigger guard, non-functional collector’s piece
360-degree view of a French underlever pinfire double-barrel shotgun showing action, stock patina, and period hardware
French pinfire double-barrel shotgun with underlever action, 16 bore, circa 1860s
Mid-19th century French underlever pinfire shotgun with walnut stock and brass trigger guard
Antique French pinfire shotgun featuring double barrels, exposed hammers, and break-action design
16 bore French pinfire double-barrel shotgun from the Second Empire period
Historic French underlever shotgun illustrating early cartridge firearm technology
19th century French pinfire sporting shotgun with aged walnut stock and steel barrels
Antique French double-barrel pinfire firearm with brass trigger guard, circa 1860
French pinfire underlever shotgun showing transitional firearm technology of the 19th century
European 19th century pinfire shotgun with break-action and double triggers
Museum-quality French pinfire shotgun used by hunters in mid-19th century France
Antique French sporting shotgun demonstrating early cartridge ignition systems
  • Antique French underlever double-barrel shotgun, 16 bore, mid-19th century, pinfire ignition system, walnut stock with brass trigger guard, non-functional collector’s piece
  • 360-degree view of a French underlever pinfire double-barrel shotgun showing action, stock patina, and period hardware
  • French pinfire double-barrel shotgun with underlever action, 16 bore, circa 1860s
  • Mid-19th century French underlever pinfire shotgun with walnut stock and brass trigger guard
  • Antique French pinfire shotgun featuring double barrels, exposed hammers, and break-action design
  • 16 bore French pinfire double-barrel shotgun from the Second Empire period
  • Historic French underlever shotgun illustrating early cartridge firearm technology
  • 19th century French pinfire sporting shotgun with aged walnut stock and steel barrels
  • Antique French double-barrel pinfire firearm with brass trigger guard, circa 1860
  • French pinfire underlever shotgun showing transitional firearm technology of the 19th century
  • European 19th century pinfire shotgun with break-action and double triggers
  • Museum-quality French pinfire shotgun used by hunters in mid-19th century France
  • Antique French sporting shotgun demonstrating early cartridge ignition systems
Antique French underlever double-barrel shotgun, 16 bore, mid-19th century, pinfire ignition system, walnut stock with brass trigger guard, non-functional collector’s piece
360-degree view of a French underlever pinfire double-barrel shotgun showing action, stock patina, and period hardware
French pinfire double-barrel shotgun with underlever action, 16 bore, circa 1860s
Mid-19th century French underlever pinfire shotgun with walnut stock and brass trigger guard
Antique French pinfire shotgun featuring double barrels, exposed hammers, and break-action design
16 bore French pinfire double-barrel shotgun from the Second Empire period
Historic French underlever shotgun illustrating early cartridge firearm technology
19th century French pinfire sporting shotgun with aged walnut stock and steel barrels
Antique French double-barrel pinfire firearm with brass trigger guard, circa 1860
French pinfire underlever shotgun showing transitional firearm technology of the 19th century
European 19th century pinfire shotgun with break-action and double triggers
Museum-quality French pinfire shotgun used by hunters in mid-19th century France
Antique French sporting shotgun demonstrating early cartridge ignition systems

Antique French Underlever Shotgun | Double Barrel | Circa 1860s

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Historical Context & Origin

Region: France
Material: Steel barrels and lockwork, walnut stock, brass trigger guard
Period: Mid-19th Century, circa 1860s

Description
An antique French underlever double-barrel shotgun, chambered in 16 bore and utilizing the pinfire ignition system—a key transitional technology in the development of modern firearms. Likely manufactured in the 1860s, this example features an underlever break-action mechanism, double triggers, and hammers. The walnut stock has developed a warm patina, complemented by a curved brass trigger guard. Although non-functional today, the action remains firm and illustrates the precision of mid-19th century French gunmaking.

Features

- Early pinfire ignition system, transitional from percussion to cartridge firearms

- Underlever break-action design with double barrels

- Double triggers and exposed hammers

- Walnut stock with aged patina

- Brass trigger guard and hardware details

- Offered as a collector’s or display piece (non-functional)

Cultural Significance
The pinfire system, developed in the early 19th century, marked a major innovation in firearms technology. By integrating the primer into the cartridge itself, it laid the foundation for modern ammunition. Firearms like this shotgun were commonly used by hunters and rural landowners during France’s Second Empire, embodying both technological progress and the lifestyle of 19th-century Europe.

Condition
Fair antique condition. Surfaces show oxidation and wear consistent with age and exposure. The walnut stock bears scratches, handling marks, and some separation at the joint. Structurally stable for display purposes, but not functional for use.

Dimensions (approximate)
Length: 41.5 in

Age
Circa 1860s, Mid-19th Century France

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Explore how the pinfire ignition system works and why it was developed in What Is the Pinfire System and Why Was It Invented?

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Description

Historical Context & Origin

Region: France
Material: Steel barrels and lockwork, walnut stock, brass trigger guard
Period: Mid-19th Century, circa 1860s

Description
An antique French underlever double-barrel shotgun, chambered in 16 bore and utilizing the pinfire ignition system—a key transitional technology in the development of modern firearms. Likely manufactured in the 1860s, this example features an underlever break-action mechanism, double triggers, and hammers. The walnut stock has developed a warm patina, complemented by a curved brass trigger guard. Although non-functional today, the action remains firm and illustrates the precision of mid-19th century French gunmaking.

Features

- Early pinfire ignition system, transitional from percussion to cartridge firearms

- Underlever break-action design with double barrels

- Double triggers and exposed hammers

- Walnut stock with aged patina

- Brass trigger guard and hardware details

- Offered as a collector’s or display piece (non-functional)

Cultural Significance
The pinfire system, developed in the early 19th century, marked a major innovation in firearms technology. By integrating the primer into the cartridge itself, it laid the foundation for modern ammunition. Firearms like this shotgun were commonly used by hunters and rural landowners during France’s Second Empire, embodying both technological progress and the lifestyle of 19th-century Europe.

Condition
Fair antique condition. Surfaces show oxidation and wear consistent with age and exposure. The walnut stock bears scratches, handling marks, and some separation at the joint. Structurally stable for display purposes, but not functional for use.

Dimensions (approximate)
Length: 41.5 in

Age
Circa 1860s, Mid-19th Century France

Learn More

Explore how the pinfire ignition system works and why it was developed in What Is the Pinfire System and Why Was It Invented?

Discover historical arms and ceremonial weapons in our curated Historical Warfare & Exploration Collection

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