Le Petit Protector Ring Pistol: A Modern Antique
This video explores the Le Petit Protector ring pistol, a modern firearm designed with a 19th-century aesthetic. The presenter details its various pinfire configurations (4mm, 5mm, and 2mm), mechanical simplicity including a manually cocked hammer and indexed cylinder, and its unique reloading method. Clues to its recent manufacture are discussed, such as English spelling, varied case designs, absence in historical firearm texts, and its pristine condition. Despite its modern origin, the craftsmanship and intricate mechanics are highlighted as still being noteworthy.













