Mateba Autorevolver vs Smith & Wesson Model 69

1995–2005

2014–present

~5,000 units estimated (hand‑assembled in limited batches)

Unknown

254 mm (10.0 in) with standard barrel

240 mm

152 mm (6.0 in) standard; 203 mm (8.0 in) optional long barrel

108 mm (4.25 inch)

1.45 kg (3.2 lb) empty

0.94 kg

6 rounds (standard cylinder)

5 rounds

Short‑stroke recoil‑operated slide that moves barrel and cylinder forward to cock hammer and rotate cylinder; semi‑automatic operation with manual trigger pull for each shot

Double-action/single-action

Single‑action trigger; hammer cocked by recoil system, providing a light, crisp pull

DA/SA

Fixed rear notch and front blade; optional adjustable rear sight available on long‑barrel models

Red ramp front, white outline rear