Guns International #: 100859149
Seller's Inventory #: 21891

Category - Antique Pistols - Cartridge - .25 Pistols

Category
Antique Pistols - Cartridge
.25 Pistols

VERY Rare GERMAN Schüler Reform HARMONICA Pistol

Description:

VERY Rare GERMAN Schüler Reform HARMONICA Pistol

EXCELLENT 4-Shot Conceal Carry Pistol Circa 1914

Here we present a Schüler Reform Pistol, made in Germany, circa 1914. This pistol was designed by August Schüler to be an early 20th Century, concealable self-defense pistol that gave the user 4 shots of .25 ACP. Its action was based on a revolver, with an exposed hammer that could fire in both double and single action mode, as well as having each chamber loaded with a cartridge. The concept was similar to 19th century attempts at repeating firearms called “harmonica” guns, which a series of loaded chambers that would usually cycle from side to side. The Reform Pistol combined the two ideas. Instead of having a revolver’s round cylinder, Schüler flattened it out to, presumably to make it that much more concealable in a vest or pants pocket. As the trigger is pulled, the barrel cluster moves up a chamber, exposing the next primer to the firing pin. The first shot is from the top chamber.

This pistol has another very interesting feature, that is quite thoughtful and unique to this gun. The three lower barrels each have a small port drilled into the barrel above it. As a result, when chambers 2-4 are fired, the gases eject the spent brass from the chamber above it. The brass is prevented from hitting the shooter by the very distinctly shaped hammer. This means that chambers 1-3 have this auto-ejecting feature, while #4 would require manual extraction. Very clever. This pistol also features a manual safety on the left side of the gun. The harmonica style barrel cluster comes all the way out and re-inserts easily.

This unique and rare pistol is marked “REFORM PISTOLE/BREVETE” on the left grip, and “REFORM PISTOLE/D.R.P. 177023” on the right. Brevete means patented, and D.R.P. is a German abbreviation for German Imperial Patent. The number is that of the patent. The same information appears on the barrel cluster, visible through the cutout in the frame. A German “Crown/N” proof is also present on the barrel cluster and the back of the frame on the left side. The bottom of the grip frame bears the serial number and “L”. The bottom of the barrel cluster bears the matching serial number.

The overall condition is excellent. These are true rarities, and when found can be non-functional, and have missing or broken grips. Not the case with this one. The original blue finish is 97%. The safety lever is nitre blued and is 80%. The markings are clear and legible. The serial numbers match. The hard rubber, monogramed grips are excellent. Bores are fine and shiny. The action is excellent in both double and single action. You won’t find a better one.

This firearm is classified as a Curio & Relic.

Barrel is 3 inches in length (from muzzle to back of chamber).

Caliber: .25 ACP (6.35mm)

The bores are in fine condition, shiny, and the action is excellent.

Overall condition as seen in photos.     

Very Fast. Very Safe. FREE SHIPPING. Will need to be sent to your local FFL.

Guaranteed AUTHENTIC & Includes CERTIFICATE OF AUTHENTICITY.

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$2000

#21891

SOLD

Curio/Relic: Yes