Armurerie Stéphanoise Velo-Dog .25 ACP Revolver, Belgian-Made, 1.75 in Octagonal Barrel, DAO, Folding Trigger, 5-Shot
This micro Velo-Dog revolver is a Belgian-made, retailer-marked Armurerie Stéphanoise (St-Étienne) example chambered in .25 ACP (6.35mm). It features a 1.75 inch octagonal barrel, a five-shot fluted cylinder, and a solid-frame pattern with an under-barrel manual ejector/cylinder pin. Built as a double-action-only revolver with an internal hammer and folding trigger, it dates to the circa 1905–1914 era and carries Liège proof marks. Made in Belgium.
Condition
Overall Condition: Very good condition, showing only light, superficial signs of prior handling or use.
Specific Condition Details: There are minor, superficial scratches and small blemishes consistent with light handling.
Bore Overall Condition: Good - Clean, well-maintained, minor wear marks.
Bore Rifling: Good Rifling - Intact, well-defined lands and grooves.
What’s Included
- Armurerie Stéphanoise Velo-Dog revolver
This Velo-Dog is configured for discreet carry with a compact, solid steel frame, internal hammer, and folding trigger. Its double-action-only mechanism keeps operation straightforward and consistent.
The 1.75 inch octagonal barrel pairs with fixed sights—a half-moon front and a notch in the topstrap—for a simple, durable sight picture. The five-shot fluted steel cylinder and under-barrel manual ejector/cylinder pin follow the classic solid-frame pattern. Checkered hard-rubber grips provide a secure hold.
Markings and proofs are a highlight: the revolver bears the Liège perron inspection mark, the crowned oval Belgian proof, and additional Belgian proof/inspection stamps on the frame and barrel flat. The frame is stamped "CAL 6,35" to denote its .25 ACP (6.35mm) chambering. It is retailer-marked "Armurerie Stéphanoise" of St-Étienne.
Produced circa 1905–1914 within the broader 1894–1914 period for Velo-Dog revolvers, this example presents as a well-preserved Belgian-made pocket revolver with the key features collectors look for in this pattern.