Let me start by saying that i have a swiss model 1882 and a swedish model 1887. Scarce swiss model 1882 double action revolver with stock. If this is your first visit, be sure to check out the faq by clicking the link above. You are bidding on a used swiss model 1882 ordnance revolver in 7. This example shows a bright excellent plus bore, 98% bright original blue and straw color. It was designed by colonel rudolph schmidt the revolver was designed to use the black powder 7. Swiss model 1882 double action revolver with holster. Swiss schmidt 1882 ordnance revolver, bakelite grips. Advanced dismounting of the swiss revolver model 1882 i dismounting the ejector rod and release spring. Field dismounting of the swiss revolver model 1882 advanced dismounting of the swiss revolver model 1882 i dismounting the ejector rod and release spring dismounting the side plate and left grip plate advanced dismounting of the swiss revolver model 1882 ii dismounting the main spring and rebound lever dismounting the trigger and hand pawl advanced dismounting of the swiss revolver model 1882 iii dismounting the hammer and its components dismounting the loading gate and.
Walther pistol model 4 explained mauser pistols mod. Bern, waffenfabrik early model 1882 m1882 swiss service. After 1882, they were replaced by the schmidt m1882 service revolver. Link to the album for those wanting the quick version here is a youtube video i posted years ago showing the loading and firing of this revolver this is an old revolver i brought home a few years ago. This is an original swiss model 1882 revolver as used by the swiss military from 1882 to as late as 1950. Sort by position sort by product name sort by price sort by best seller. To start viewing messages, select the forum that you want to visit from the selection below. Belgian patent relating to the nagant 1878 revolver.
Field dismounting of the swiss revolver model 1882. Grip with grip scales of hard rubber, a ring for the strap. Sixshot cylinder with fuller, frame with serial number and coeval stamps, the hammer and the trigger en suite. With a brown leather flap holster, bearing the makers mark of ernst gehrig between the belt loops, a metal d. How edison, tesla and westinghouse battled to electrify.
When the 1882 revolver was first developed it was one of the most modern revolvers in the world, even remaining more relevant than later designs cough 1895 nagant cough. Most of the very early 1882 s got that modification and the ones without are pretty scarce. Fitted with a pair of checkered grips, a square slot on the butt for a shoulder stock not included and a lanyard swivel. The 1882 was a simple and effective design, with at least one example remaining in service until 1964. The right side of the hammer and trigger, the front face of the cylinder. Advanced dismounting of the swiss revolver model 1882 ii.
Both are chambered in their respective 7,5mm cartridges and appear to be used very little. This specific pistol has the scarce slot on the underside of the pistol butt that was intended to allow the attachment of a shoulder. Swiss 1882 ordnance revolver shooting the swiss military dabbled in revolvers with their rimfire 1872 model about 900 made and the followup 1878 centerfire version 55006000 made, but their first largescale service revolver was the model 1882, designed by colonel schmidt yeah, the same guy who did the rifles. Since im sure im not the only one who owns one of these, i thought i would share a few thoughts on my reloading endeavors. Swiss service revolver model 1882 explained android app. It was designed by colonel rudolph schmidt also known for the schmidtrubin series of rifles and produced by waffenfabrik bern.
The swiss model 1882 revolver was designed by colonel rudolph schmidt to replace the aging 10. The swiss are know for two things, neutrality and precision. There were probably less than a hundred of these prydepatent breakaction. The model 1882 was adopted by switzerland as their second swissmade revolver, chambered for a smaller 7. Accessories relating to the swiss revolver model 1882. The swiss revolver model 1882 explained downloadable. Dovetailed blade front and notch rear sights, with matching full and partial numbers on the barrel, frame, cylinder, trigger, hammer, ejector and cylinder pin. Singledouble action revolver with side loading cylinder markings. If numrich guparts can not supply the missing parts, i would recommend that you buy a complete 1882 revolver. Model 1882 with serial numbers under 20,000 were fitted with plastic grips. Download url for automatic installation click on the line above. The schmidt m1882 also referred to by the name model 1929, is a revolver fabricated in switzerland by the waffenfabrik bern and used as an ordnance arm by the swiss army. An illustrated publication devoted swiss revolver model 1882. This example was produced by waffenfabrik bern and the serial number dates it to 1917.
In contrast with the model 1872, it has no loading gate but is designed to index the chambers of the cylinder with an ejector rod. Producers and markings producers of the revolver model 1882 serial number commercial production and military gun sold after discharge sequential takedown figures inspector markings. They were manufactured in switzerland by waffenfabrik bern. In the late 19th century, three brilliant inventors, thomas edison. Swiss 1882 ordnance revolver shooting forgotten weapons.
Nagant revolver model 1878 explained downloadable ebook. Mechanical improvements in the model 1882 early model 1882 removable recoil plate improved loading gate the cyclist model the model 1882 29 producers and markings producers of the. Description of the colts doubleaction revolver, caliber. The model 1882 was another of colonel rudolph schmidts designs not a nagant design as many believe. I knew when i got into these two that the cartridges were nearly identical, and interchangeable. It was designed by colonel rudolph schmidt the revolver was designed to use the 7. Please keep in mind that the 1882 is not antique by swiss law and no firearm components can be shipped by mail. The epic race to standardize the electrical systemlater known as the war of the currentslit up 19thcentury america. Gleboko zmodernozowana wersja rewolweru schmidt m1882. A beautiful piece, well preserved, appears to have been rarely used, if. This example shows the later wood grips, 95% original blue, all matching serial numbers and a bright excellent bore. This matching numbers example is in lovely condition and is. Lieutenantcolonel rudolph schmidt of eidgenossischen waffenfabrik in bern, switzerland, set about to design and develop an altogether new cartridge for an allnew.
In 1900 the swiss adopted the luger, however they decided to still keep using the 1882 revolvers simply due to the fact it. No never sold, the p stamp with a year before 1964 is a mark to indicate that the gun was privatized and no longer governement property, swiss militia men are given the opportunity to keep their personal weapon at the end of their military service period at the age of 32 or older. The original model 1882 proved popular enough to continue its use in the swiss military, despite the fact that the luger had been in service for many years. This auction is for the actual revolver shown in the photos. There is a lot more going on over there than just those two things, but if you look at history, the swiss are known for being a neutral country during both world wars, and for their meticulous precision in things like watches. The model 1882 had the advantages of being easy to load and operate, they were easy to field strip and they were inexpensive. The swiss army was already fielding rather heavy pistols firing a 10. Or hold down the key mac or the ctrl key pc and click on the image. Swiss revolver model 1882 explained repost avaxhome. The history of the creation, modification, typical features, markings, diagrams, photos, drawings.
Advanced dismounting of the swiss revolver model 1882 i dismounting the ejector rod and release spring dismounting the side plate and left grip plate advanced dismounting of the swiss revolver model 1882 ii dismounting the main spring and rebound lever dismounting the trigger and hand. Colonel schmidt tends to be betterknown for the schmidtrubin rifles rather than his revolvers. The 1882 was a simple and effective design, with at least one example having remained in service until 1964. Beautiful looking swiss military model 1882 revolver designed by colonel rudolph schmidt not a nagant design as many believe. The swiss military dabbled in revolvers with their rimfire 1872 model about 900 made and the followup 1878 centerfire version 55006000 made, but their first largescale service revolver was the model 1882, designed by colonel schmidt yeah, the same guy who did the rifles. Or hold down the key mac or the ctrl key pc and use the mouse wheel. The internal affairs shows the improvement simplification from the model 1929, compared to the model 1882. This revolver was in swiss military issue from 1882 to the 1950s. Swiss 1882 revolver production numbers gunboards dot com. The ordnance revolver model 1882 was a swiss attempt at making a lighter revolver for its army. Ordnance revolver model 1882 sixround doubleaction.
So i thought i would do a bit of a comparison between the swiss 1882 and 1929 revolvers. Change or cancel a flight, rebook a delayed or cancelled flight, make sameday travel changes, checkin, get your boarding pass, check flight status, or sign. Advanced dismounting of the swiss revolver model 1882 ii dismounting the main spring and rebound lever. The craftsmanship is absolutely outstanding and gives a very functional revolver which has stood the test of time quite well, still in very goodfine condition with about 90% of. Historical society wayne driskill miniature firearms.
Reloading thoughts on the 7,5 swiss 1882 swedish 7,5. Historical society this is a 47% scale colt single action army classic edition revolver model of 1873 as issued by the united states historical society back in the 1980s. This revolver is in very good condition retainingmost of the original military blue with traces of holster wear. Get where youre going faster with our selfservice tools. Youll learn about the most common merger model questions in this tutorial, as well as what type of progression to expect and the key principles you must understand in order to answer any math questions on this topic. I just acquired one and i am looking for a source for a couple of small parts, in particular the ejector rod screw, the ejector housing retainer screw and the loading gate spring.
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