Flobert? Parlor pistols anyone?

Mbrgr1 · Mar 8, 2022

I just could not resist this parlor gun because of the craftsmanship and charm. I can't wait to get my hands on it and see if I can figure out where it was made etc.

Anyone else have examples? Thanks!

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Ruger 13 · Mar 8, 2022

22 caliber?

Mbrgr1 · Mar 8, 2022

Ruger 1 said:
22 caliber?

That is how it was advertised, I'll have to measure when it arrives.

armadillo · Mar 8, 2022

I have seen French made target pistols in that style. Could be made for 22 BB or CB if it is for indoor use.

DWalt · Mar 8, 2022

Many were imported from Belgium in the late 19th-early 20fh century period. Most were .22 RF. If yours is, I would use CB caps only.

Lee Barner · Mar 9, 2022

I had one of their schutzen(sp) rifles once. a beautiful piece of craftsmanship. it was chambered in .22 short but it had been reamed out to .22 short from a shorter shell. a real tack driver. the seller thought it was Belgian. Lee

DWalt · Mar 9, 2022

While often called PARLOR pistols, they were most often used in exclusive shooting galleries in western Europe.

JRD · Mar 9, 2022

Very likely its 6mm Flobert rimfire which could be mistaken for 22. Don't shoot a modern 22LR or even Short in it. You may be able to try a 22CB or BB cap, but these parlor pistols were not meant to contain anywhere near the pressure of even a 22 Short, nevermind LR. Be careful if you attempt to fire it.

hivel37 · Mar 9, 2022

I once had a well made little 22 carbine of
Flobert design. Beautifully made. I nver tried
to shoot it. Quality wise, they were all over
the map.

DWalt · Mar 10, 2022

Many historians consider the Flobert as being the first true metallic cartridge. Interesting that the Flobert design has no locked breech, just a hammer. It is therefore limited to the use of only very low-powered cartridges.

Mbrgr1 · Mar 10, 2022

DWalt said:
Many historians consider the Flobert as being the first true metallic cartridge. Interesting that the Flobert design has no locked breech, just a hammer. It is therefore limited to the use of only very low-powered cartridges.

Of course with a little extra oomph! it would become a semi automatic.

Thanks for all the comments, I do have some BB and CB caps, I will report any indoor or outdoor range action. M

Mbrgr1 · Mar 12, 2022

This thing is a monster, I took some measurements, it is a 6mm or 22 and a de bulleted, de powdered 22 short popped off just fine.

I found some 22 CB rounds and will try them when they arrive, the hammer spring is so strong I can see why there was no locking breech.

DWalt · Mar 12, 2022

Does it have any proof marks, etc. that might help identify its origin?

Mbrgr1 · Mar 12, 2022

DWalt said:
Does it have any proof marks, etc. that might help identify its origin?

Oops, yes, I forgot to add, ELG in an oval with star and an inspectors mark? U with an overhead star.

Assuming Belgium and if I had no internet, car, telephone, lighting, electricity, grocery stores and all the other things I am forgetting, I would be perfectly happy hanging out with the boys and popping off a few rounds in between swilling mead, chomping on mutton shanks and fighting the Huns! (historians, my apologies!

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