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| service = 1879 – 1945
| service = 1879 – 1945<ref name=":1"/>
| used_by = [[German Empire]]
| used_by = [[German Empire]]
| wars = [[German colonial empire|German colonial conflicts]], [[Boer Wars]], [[Boxer Rebellion]], [[World War I]]
| wars = [[German colonial empire|German colonial conflicts]], [[Boer Wars]], [[Boxer Rebellion]], [[World War I]]
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| manufacturer = [[V.C. Schilling & Cie]]
| manufacturer = [[V.C. Schilling & Cie]]<br/>
[[Spangenberg & Sauer]]
[[Spangenberg & Sauer]]<br/>
[[C.G. Haenel]]
[[C.G. Haenel]]<br/>[[Mauser]]<br/>[[Königliche Gewehrfabrik Erfurt]]
[[Mauser]]
[[Königliche Gewehrfabrik Erfurt]]
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| production_date = 1879-1908<ref/>{{Harvard citation no brackets|Zhuk|1995|p=74}}<ref>
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| number = about 450,000 (M1879 and M1883 combined)<ref>{{cite web |last1=Reckendorf |first1=Hans |title=Geschichte des Revolvers M / 79 |url=http://www.waffensammler-kuratorium.de/Revolver79/revolver79ge.html |website=www.waffensammler-kuratorium.de |access-date=26 May 2024 |language=de |quote=Etwa 50000 Revolver M/79 könnten gebaut worden sein.}}</ref><ref>{{cite web |last1=Reckendorf |first1=Hans |title=Geschichte des Revolvers M / 83 |url=http://www.waffensammler-kuratorium.de/Revolver83/revolver83ge.html |website=www.waffensammler-kuratorium.de |access-date=26 May 2024 |language=de |quote=Sowohl aus dem errechenbaren Bedarf des Heeres als auch der Serienangaben auf den in Erfurt gefertigten Revolvern ( Jahreszahl, Serienfolge innerhalb des jeweiligen Jahres ab der zweiten zehntausender Serie mit kleinen Buchstaben zur Seriennummer gekennzeichnet ) läßt sich eine gesamte Fertigung von etwa 400000 Revolvern M/83 errechnen.}}</ref>
| number = about 450,000 (M1879 and M1883 combined)<ref>{{cite web |last1=Reckendorf |first1=Hans |title=Geschichte des Revolvers M / 79 |url=http://www.waffensammler-kuratorium.de/Revolver79/revolver79ge.html |website=www.waffensammler-kuratorium.de |access-date=26 May 2024 |language=de |quote=Etwa 50000 Revolver M/79 könnten gebaut worden sein.}}</ref><ref>{{cite web |last1=Reckendorf |first1=Hans |title=Geschichte des Revolvers M / 83 |url=http://www.waffensammler-kuratorium.de/Revolver83/revolver83ge.html |website=www.waffensammler-kuratorium.de |access-date=26 May 2024 |language=de |quote=Sowohl aus dem errechenbaren Bedarf des Heeres als auch der Serienangaben auf den in Erfurt gefertigten Revolvern ( Jahreszahl, Serienfolge innerhalb des jeweiligen Jahres ab der zweiten zehntausender Serie mit kleinen Buchstaben zur Seriennummer gekennzeichnet ) läßt sich eine gesamte Fertigung von etwa 400000 Revolvern M/83 errechnen.}}</ref>
| variants = M1883 (5 in barrel)
| variants = M1883 (5 in barrel)
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| weight = {{convert|1.3|kg|lb|abbr=on}} (M1879)<br>{{convert|0.9|kg|lb|abbr=on}} (M1883)<ref/>{{Harvard citation no brackets|Zhuk|1995|p=77}}<ref>
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| cartridge = [[10.6×25mmR]]
| cartridge = [[10.6×25mmR]]
| caliber = 10.6&nbsp;mm (.41&nbsp;in)<ref/>{{Harvard citation no brackets|Zhuk|1995|p=77}}<ref>
| caliber = 10.6&nbsp;mm (.41&nbsp;in)<ref name=":1"/>
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The '''M1879 ''Reichsrevolver''''', or '''Reichs-Commissions-Revolver Modell 1879 and 1883''', were service revolvers used by the [[German Army (German Empire)|German Army]] from 1879 to 1908, when it was superseded by the [[Luger pistol|Luger]].<ref/>{{Harvard citation no brackets|Kinnard|2003|p=148}}<ref>
The '''M1879 ''Reichsrevolver''''', or '''Reichs-Commissions-Revolver Modell 1879 and 1883''', were service revolvers used by the [[German Army (German Empire)|German Army]] from 1879 to 1908, when it was superseded by the [[Luger pistol|Luger]].<ref name=":0">{{Harvard citation no brackets|Kinnard|2003|p=148}}</ref>


The two versions of the [[revolver]] differ in barrel length (The M1883 had a 5-inch barrel) and grip shape. 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. The M1879 is referred to as the "cavalry model" and the M1883 as the "officer's model," by collectors, which were not official designations.<ref/>{{Harvard citation no brackets|Zhuk|1995|p=77}}<ref><ref/>{{Harvard citation no brackets|Kinnard|2003|p=148}}<ref>
The two versions of the [[revolver]] differ in barrel length (The M1883 had a 5-inch barrel) and grip shape. 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. The M1879 is referred to as the "cavalry model" and the M1883 as the "officer's model," by collectors, which were not official designations.<ref name=":1">{{Harvard citation no brackets|Zhuk|1995|p=77}}</ref><ref name=":0" />


[[File:Germany revolver, Model 1883, 10.55 mm, issued to 1st Sanitary Company, 9th Hospital Train, Prussian Army - National World War I Museum - Kansas City, MO - DSC07480.JPG|thumb|left|Model 1883 Reichsrevolver]]
[[File:Germany revolver, Model 1883, 10.55 mm, issued to 1st Sanitary Company, 9th Hospital Train, Prussian Army - National World War I Museum - Kansas City, MO - DSC07480.JPG|thumb|left|Model 1883 Reichsrevolver]]
==Design==
==Design==
Both models were [[single-action]], solid frame, non-ejecting six-shot revolvers. The caliber was an indigenous [[10.6×25mmR]] with a medium-length cartridge case, comparable to the contemporary [[.44 Russian]] round in size and power. Loading was via a gate on the revolver's right side, and the cylinder was released by pulling the [[hammer]] to half-cock. Removing empty [[cartridge (firearms)|cartridge]]s could be done by removing the cylinder by withdrawing the axis pin, and then removing the casings by hand, but in actual practice a separate small rod (stored in the ammunition pouch) was used to push the casings out without having to remove the cylinder. A unique feature among these revolvers was the safety lever, which was often applied with the hammer resting in the half-cock position.<ref/>{{Harvard citation no brackets|Zhuk|1995|p=77}}<ref><ref/>{{Harvard citation no brackets|Kinnard|2003|p=148}}<ref>
Both models were [[single-action]], solid frame, non-ejecting six-shot revolvers. The caliber was an indigenous [[10.6×25mmR]] with a medium-length cartridge case, comparable to the contemporary [[.44 Russian]] round in size and power. Loading was via a gate on the revolver's right side, and the cylinder was released by pulling the [[hammer]] to half-cock. Removing empty [[cartridge (firearms)|cartridge]]s could be done by removing the cylinder by withdrawing the axis pin, and then removing the casings by hand, but in actual practice a separate small rod (stored in the ammunition pouch) was used to push the casings out without having to remove the cylinder. A unique feature among these revolvers was the safety lever, which was often applied with the hammer resting in the half-cock position.<ref name=":1" /><ref name=":0" />


Most revolvers came with a [[lanyard]] ring for attachment to the uniform.
Most revolvers came with a [[lanyard]] ring for attachment to the uniform.

Latest revision as of 18:30, 15 October 2024

Reichsrevolver Model M79
M1879 German Trooper's Revolver
TypeRevolver
Place of originGerman Empire
Service history
In service1879 – 1945[1]
Used byGerman Empire
WarsGerman colonial conflicts, Boer Wars, Boxer Rebellion, World War I
Production history
ManufacturerV.C. Schilling & Cie

Spangenberg & Sauer

C.G. Haenel
Mauser
Königliche Gewehrfabrik Erfurt
Produced1879-1908[1]
No. builtabout 450,000 (M1879 and M1883 combined)[2][3]
VariantsM1883 (5 in barrel)
Specifications
Mass1.3 kg (2.9 lb) (M1879)
0.9 kg (2.0 lb) (M1883)[1]
Length345 mm (13.6 in) (M1879)
225 mm (8.9 in) (M1883)[1]
Barrel length181 mm (7.1 in) (M1879)
117 mm (4.6 in) (M1883)[1]
Cartridge10.6×25mmR
Caliber10.6 mm (.41 in)[1]
ActionSingle action
Muzzle velocity670 ft/s (200 m/s)
Feed system6-round cylinder

The M1879 Reichsrevolver, or Reichs-Commissions-Revolver Modell 1879 and 1883, were service revolvers used by the German Army from 1879 to 1908, when it was superseded by the Luger.[4]

The two versions of the revolver differ in barrel length (The M1883 had a 5-inch barrel) and grip shape. 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. The M1879 is referred to as the "cavalry model" and the M1883 as the "officer's model," by collectors, which were not official designations.[1][4]

Model 1883 Reichsrevolver

Design

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Both models were single-action, solid frame, non-ejecting six-shot revolvers. The caliber was an indigenous 10.6×25mmR with a medium-length cartridge case, comparable to the contemporary .44 Russian round in size and power. Loading was via a gate on the revolver's right side, and the cylinder was released by pulling the hammer to half-cock. Removing empty cartridges could be done by removing the cylinder by withdrawing the axis pin, and then removing the casings by hand, but in actual practice a separate small rod (stored in the ammunition pouch) was used to push the casings out without having to remove the cylinder. A unique feature among these revolvers was the safety lever, which was often applied with the hammer resting in the half-cock position.[1][4]

Most revolvers came with a lanyard ring for attachment to the uniform.

See also

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References

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  1. ^ a b c d e f g h Zhuk 1995, p. 77
  2. ^ Reckendorf, Hans. "Geschichte des Revolvers M / 79". www.waffensammler-kuratorium.de (in German). Retrieved 26 May 2024. Etwa 50000 Revolver M/79 könnten gebaut worden sein.
  3. ^ Reckendorf, Hans. "Geschichte des Revolvers M / 83". www.waffensammler-kuratorium.de (in German). Retrieved 26 May 2024. Sowohl aus dem errechenbaren Bedarf des Heeres als auch der Serienangaben auf den in Erfurt gefertigten Revolvern ( Jahreszahl, Serienfolge innerhalb des jeweiligen Jahres ab der zweiten zehntausender Serie mit kleinen Buchstaben zur Seriennummer gekennzeichnet ) läßt sich eine gesamte Fertigung von etwa 400000 Revolvern M/83 errechnen.
  4. ^ a b c Kinnard 2003, p. 148

Literature

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  • Zhuk, A.B. (1995). Walter, John (ed.). The illustrated encyclopedia of HANDGUNS, pistols and revolvers of the world, 1870 to 1995. Translated by Bobrov, N.N. London: Greenhill Books. ISBN 1-85367-187-8.
  • Kinard, Jeff (2003). Pistols, An Illustrated History of Their Impact. Santa Barbara, California: ABC-CLIO, Inc. ISBN 1-85109-475-X.{{cite book}}: CS1 maint: date and year (link)
  • Military Small Arms of the Twentieth Century, 7th Edition, Weeks, John, Hogg, Ian V.
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