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Gasser M1870

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Gasser M1870
Quick Overview
Manufacturer
Production
1870 - 1910
Caliber
Overview

The Gasser M1870 is a service revolver designed and manufactured by Leopold Gasser of Austria. It was chambered in 11mm Gasser, a powerful black powder cartridge. The revolver features a solid frame with a side-loading gate and a one-piece walnut grip. It served as the standard sidearm of the Austro-Hungarian military for nearly three decades. The M1870 is notable for its large caliber and distinctive cylindrical barrel shroud.

Calibers & Ammunition
Dimensions
Overall Length
335 mm
Barrel Length
190 mm
Weight
1.25 kg
Mechanical
Action Type
Single-action revolver
Trigger Type
Single-action
Sights Type
Fixed iron sights
Magazine Capacity
6 rounds
Additional Information
action
Single-action revolver
rate Of Fire
Semi-automatic

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