Belgian 5mm Double-Action Pinfire Revolver with Ivory Handles

Antique Belgian 5mm Double-Action Pinfire Revolver – Nickel Plated – Ivory Grips
This is a Belgian-made 6-shot double-action pinfire revolver chambered in 5mm, a popular self-defense caliber in the mid-to-late 19th century. Compact and elegant, this example measures 5 inches overall, with a 2¼-inch octagonal barrel and features classic continental styling.
Key Features:
Caliber: 5mm pinfire
Action: Double-action
Capacity: 6-shot cylinder
Overall Length: 5 inches
Barrel: 2¼ inches, octagonal
Markings: Stamped “5 m/m” on left side of barrel
Finish: Bright nickel plating
Grips: Molded white "ivory" (likely early celluloid or synthetic; could be ivory or bone if original — further inspection needed)
Proofs: Belgian revolvers typically bear an ELG in an oval proof on the cylinder or frame (not specified here but likely present)
Condition:
Finish: Nickel remains bright with some areas of wear, consistent with age
Grips: Good overall, with expected light handling wear
Mechanical: Cylinder rotates and action functions properly
Overall: Good condition, a solid and attractive representative of the type
These small-caliber Belgian pinfire revolvers were commonly produced in Liège during the mid-to-late 19th century, often for civilian carry or export. Their compact design and ornate features make them popular among collectors of antique European pocket pistols.