Pistolet modèle 1786

The Pistolet modèle 1786 was a flintlock Navy pistol, in service in French units from 1786 and made until 1806, when it was superseded by the Pistolet modèle An XIII.

The Pistolet modèle 1786 cas as a replacement for the Pistolet modèle 1779, which was found wanting.

Sources and references

 * Pistolet de bord 1786
 * PISTOLET DE BORD MODELE 1786 ( MARINE)