Guns International #: 102766950
Seller's Inventory #: 240785
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Guns International #: 102766950
Category - Military Revolvers - Antique
- Military Revolvers - Non-US
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Seller: AncestryGunsLLC
Company: Ancestry Guns LLC Member Since: 11/3/16
State:
Missouri
Zip: 65203
Country: United States
Phone: (314) 707-7373
Int'l Phone: 314-707-7373
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c1893 UNIT MARKED Antique German ERFURT M1883 “REICHS” Revolver WWI & WWII
Officer’s Sidearm Used in Both World Wars
Description: c1893 UNIT MARKED Antique German ERFURT M1883 “REICHS” Revolver WWI & WWII Officer’s Sidearm Used in Both World Wars Here we present an antique Unit Marked German Erfurt Model 1883 “Reichsrevolver” Single Action Revolver chambered in 10.55mm, made in 1893 at the Erfurt Arsenal in Erfurt, Germany. The Model 1879 Reichsrevolver, or Reichs Commission Revolver Model 1879 and the Model 1883 were both service revolvers used by the Imperial German Army from 1879 to 1908, when they were superseded by the classic Luger 9mm semi-automatic. They were both hefty, solid frame single action revolvers. It was the first centerfire revolver adopted by the fledgling German Empire, which was a simple design in line with similar European revolvers of the period. The two versions of the revolver differ in barrel length with the Model 1879 having a 7-1/8-inch barrel and the Model 1883 having a 4-5/8-inch barrel. Although the design was dated, the weapon was extremely robust, and they were still used through World War I and until 1945 by the security of the customs administration. A lanyard ring was typically seen under the grip handle for attaching the weapon to the uniform. The 1883 is named the “Officer’s Model” by some due to the earlier Model 1879 being named the “Cavalry Model” or “Trooper Model”, which were not official designations. Besides Erfurt, various arsenals produced these guns, including Mauser and F. von Dreyse. This six-shot gun was loaded via a gate on the right side similar to a conventional single action, but it was slow to unload because empties had to be removed with the help of a small rod, after the cylinder had been removed from the gun. The cylinder was taken out by the hammer being at half cock and the center axis pin removed. Aside from the World Wars, it also saw action in the Boxer Rebellion and various colonial skirmishes. This back strap on this example is Unit Marked “7.T.S.1.203.” The overall condition is good+. Original blue finish with more of apatina on the barrel. The action is excellent. The bore is in good condition: patinated with strong rifling. The grips are solid. Numbers match throughout. Own the original! This is a legitimate antique and not a reproduction. Barrel is 4-5/8 inches. Caliber: 10.55mm Overall condition as seen in photos. Very Fast. Very Safe. FREE SHIPPING WORLDWIDE. Delivered directly to your door by express mail! Guaranteed AUTHENTIC & Includes CERTIFICATE OF AUTHENTICITY. ancestryguns $1700 #240785 SOLD Antique: Yes |
Guns International #: 102766950
Seller's Inventory #: 240785
Guns International #: 102766950
Seller's Inventory #: 240785