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French Model 1892 Revolver


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The French model 1892 revolver was the standard issue revolver for the French military during WW1, and was in service with police forces until the 1960's. It was originally designed for officer use, however between 1892 and 1924, over 350,000 were made. These were issued to the French Army, Navy and Gendarmerie accordingly. This revolver is chambered in 8mm which is about the same power as a .32 ACP round. It was a very well made pistol, and mechanically sound. The cylinder opened to the right, where spent cartridges can be pushed out, new ones added. Afterwards the cylinder could be moved back into position and the locking arm moved upwards to secure the cylinder. 

Originally this revolver was designed to fire 8mm black powder rounds, however this was changed when smokeless powder emerged. The revolver could hold 6 rounds and was issued with a hard shell leather holster, which had a pouch that could hold 12 rounds. The leather holster could be worn on the belt or carried by a shoulder strap or both. 

This particular revolver is dated 1924 on the left side of the barrel. On the top of the barrel is marked "Model 1892". The right side of the frame has the inscription "Manufacture d'armes de Saint-Étienne". The serial number is also located on the right side. The main issue noted about this weapon is the stopping power, with the round about the equivalent of a .32 caliber, seemed a bit weak for a military weapon. 

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