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English: The French-made .44 caliber Lefaucheux had metallic cartridges that fired when punctured by pins driven by the hammer. Purchased by the Union, it was also carried by a few Confederate officers.

Measurements overall: 2 in x 11 5/8 in x 6 1/4 in; 5.08 cm x 29.5275 cm x 15.875 cm

overall, barrel length: 5 in; 12.7 cm
Date not specified
Source Lefaucheux Pinfire Revolver at the National Museum of American History (link)
Author National Museum of American History

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