French Model 1822 Cavalry Pistol, circa 1822

Original French Model 1822 Cavalry Pistol or "Pistolet d'Arçon Modèle 1822 T Bis". These were converted from the Model 1816 Flintlock Cavalry Pistol and converted to percussion at various times beginning circa 1822. This is an early one dated 1822. Rifled bore with ramrod that is also used as a powder measure.
Stock is stamped with various French marks, serial number "1189". The barrel is stamped, "C de 17-6A" over what appears to be the original serial number "1189"; barrel tang is stamped, "Mle 1822 bis". Lockplate indicates manufacture at "Mutzig" arsenal as so stamped (but not very clear). Believed to be ~.70 caliber (~17.7mm).
A great collector's item.
Good condition with the only major flaw being a crack in the left side of the stock between the lock-plate and brass barel band/fore-end cap (see images).
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