Original Victorian Era Fagnus-Spirlet .450cal Revolver with Tip-Up Reloading System - Circa 1870 Bira Gun His service and its personal

His service and its personal impact is perhaps best summarized by his son Jason who wrote a letter to accompany this jacket

Years of Manufacture: 1860s - 1870s

Overall condition is excellent and the paint is period authentic

These have become very hard to find

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Original Victorian Era Fagnus-Spirlet .450cal Revolver with Tip-Up Reloading System - Circa 1870 Bira Gun His service and its personalOriginal Item: Only One Available. This exceptionaly rare and very interesting revolver was almost certainly made in England, and bears tiny Birmingham Proof House Marks over each chamber of the cylinder. Chambered in . 450 Center fire Caliber, this was what Army Officers would purchase to accompany them during "Queen Victoria's Little Wars" all over Africa, all over Asia, North America and Australia. Designed by A. FAGNUS & CIE, this is known as the