On Mon, 03 Oct 2005 19:34:55 -0700, Steve R. wrote:

Hmmm, an old French pinfire revolver! Just as likely to go off in its
holster, as when you want it to!

Yeah, must've been tough to load, too. "Align cartridge pin 'A' with
cylinder slot 'B'. WARNING: Depressing cartridge pin 'A' while reloading
may cause premature detonation."

No speed loaders for THAT pistol!