Unnamed French? Single shot side hammer 16ga

[tula]

I believe this is French. It’s unnamed, very dainty and beautifully balanced. Laminate twist barrel. I suspect likely from the late 1870s. Possibly early 1880s. Needs a little stoning on the nose of the sear but the inside of the lock is bright and clean. Still shows some case colours.

 

[sillymike]

Cute little thing

 

[tiriaq]

So many singles were basic inexpensive utility guns. It is nice to see one that isn't, that is a higher grade.