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Mateba Autorevolver

The Mateba Autorevolver, officially the Mateba Model 6 Unica, is a semi‑automatic revolver that blends the classic revolver cylinder with a short‑stroke recoil‑operated slide, allowing the barrel and cylinder to move forward on each shot. Designed primarily for civilian sport shooters and hunters, its purpose is to deliver higher muzzle velocity and reduced recoil compared to conventional revolvers by lengthening the barrel’s effective length during the recoil cycle. The key innovation is the forward‑tilting barrel that uses the recoil impulse to rotate the cylinder and cock the hammer, effectively making it a semi‑automatic revolver. Its distinctive low bore axis, long sight radius, and the ability to chamber powerful cartridges such as the .357 Magnum and .44 Magnum have earned it a cult reputation among collectors and competitive shooters for its smooth trigger pull and impressive ballistics. The Mateba’s unique aesthetics—a sleek, almost pistol‑like profile with an exposed slide—set it apart from traditional revolvers and have made it a frequent subject of firearms literature and media.

Weight

1.45 kg (3.2 lb) empty

Length

254 mm (10.0 in) with standard barrel

Capacity

6 rounds (standard cylinder)

Action

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