A 10-bore double-action 4-barreled percussion pepperbox of revolver type.

Flask in box. Barrel length 6.2cm., overall length 19cm. Forged damask steel smooth barrels. Rounded steel cheek pieces. Engraved with foliage pattern. Grip with screw-fastened ebony rounded fittings. Grip stamped with maker"s mark "Fr. Houllier Blancharal B-te a Paris". Flask is a modern replica of a 1860s object. Walnut box, size: 15.5х23х5.5. Lock needs restoration. France. 1840-50s. The pepperbox is a fine antique arm of historical importance.