Hi, first, welcome to the forum!! Lots of wonderful folks here with a ton of knowledge and I maen a ton!! I think you'll enjoy it as much as I have.

Anyway, Francotte is one of the top makers in Bel. They are known for high quality guns. Your gun is more than likely the real deal, but to make sure, it would be great if ypu could post some pics of the gun. The real experts here will be able to help more than me.

Anyway, welcome and good luck!!

All the best!

Greg

Gregory J. Westberg
MSG, USA
Ret