Colonel schmidt tends to be betterknown for the schmidtrubin rifles rather than his revolvers. Approximately 600 were manufactured in belgium by pirlot freres. Ordnance revolver model 1882 sixround doubleaction service. No prob, when a serial number at the left side starts with a small pxxxx it is a civilian model. Dec 20, 2016 swiss 1882 ordnance revolver shooting december 20, 2016 ian mccollum revolver, video 19 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. Evolution of the swiss revolver model 1882 wood grip plates removable shoulder stock mechanical improvements in the model 1882. 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. Swiss schmidt 1882 ordnance revolver, bakelite grips. Swiss army revolver leather holster 1882 1929 repro. Media in category 1878 swiss revolver the following 6 files are in this category, out of 6 total. This was just sent to me by our distributor in the netherlands as a gift. This example shows the later wood grips, 95% original blue, all matching serial numbers and a bright excellent bore. Sep 19, 2018 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.
Fitted with a pair of checkered grips, a square slot on the butt for a shoulder stock not included and a lanyard swivel. Swiss model 1882 double action revolver with holster. Most of the very early 1882 s got that modification and the ones without are pretty scarce. The swiss revolver model 1882 explained downloadable ebook. From the grips, yours is an early model, mine was made in 1917. Model 1882 with serial numbers under 20,000 were fitted with plastic grips. I have only seen 2 references to this on the web after an exhaustive search. The 1882 was a simple and effective design, with at least one example having remained in service until 1964. 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.
The swiss military dabbled in revolvers with their rimfire 1872 model about 900 made and the followup 1878 centerfire version 55006000. 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. Swiss 1882 ordnance revolver shooting forgotten weapons. I picked up a belgian made copy of the swiss 1882 service revolver at a show. The model 1929, or m188229, is a more simplified version of the model 1882. Field dismounting of the swiss revolver model 1882.
Reloading thoughts on the 7,5 swiss 1882 swedish 7,5. This piece show a p56 stamped on the barrel indicating surplus sale to a civilian in 1956. With a brown leather flap holster, bearing the makers mark of ernst gehrig between the belt loops, a metal d. The revolver itself is excellent with a pristine bore. I knew when i got into these two that the cartridges were nearly identical, and interchangeable. The model 1882 had the advantages of being easy to load and operate, they were easy to field strip and they were inexpensive. We are offering for sale rare swiss model 1882 ordnance revolver chambered in 7. Functioning of the swiss revolver model 1882 iii firing in double action mode rebounding of the hammer early swiss service revolvers revolver chamelot delvigne model 1872 galand model tested by the swiss commission revolver model 187278 revolver model 1878 lock of warnant type evolution of the swiss revolver model 1882 wood. But internally it is a little simpler than the swiss model, it looks to me like bulldog type lock work which works perfectly well. Scarce swiss model 1882 double action revolver with stock.
The first tryouts are now ready for checking the accuracy of the new model 1929. The right side of the hammer and trigger, the front face of the cylinder. This is an original swiss model 1882 revolver as used by the swiss military from 1882 to as late as 1950. The ordnance revolver model 1882 was a swiss attempt at making a lighter revolver for its army. The model 1872 revolver was the service sidearm of the swiss army. The boxlock pistols explained swiss revolver model 1882 explained steyr pistol model 1912 explained colt new service revolver explained fn pistol model 1900 explained fn pistol model 1906 explained the winchester 94 explained the webley service revolvers early colt. Advanced dismounting of the swiss revolver model 1882 i dismounting the ejector rod and release. The american arms company was formed in 1882 and operated from an office. Both are chambered in their respective 7,5mm cartridges and appear to be used very little.
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. This revolver was in swiss military issue from 1882 to the 1950s. The schmidt m1882, also referred to by the name model 1929, was a revolver produced in switzerland by the waffenfabrik bern and which was used as an ordnance arm by the swiss army design. Advanced dismounting of the swiss revolver model 1882 i. I dont see any swiss military inspection marks so id have to agree that it was made for commercial sale. Sixshot cylinder with fuller, frame with serial number and coeval stamps, the hammer and the trigger en suite. Download url for automatic installation click on the line above.
One can distinguish a model 1929 by its round barrel from the 1882s octagonal one. Swiss service revolver model 1882 explained android app. See more ideas about hand guns, colt woodsman and guns. Singledouble action revolver with side loading cylinder markings. Sn 18993 is an excellent example of the 1882 swiss military revolver. Most of the very early 1882s got that modification and the ones.
Swiss 1882 revolver copy the firearms forum the buying. Ordnance revolver model 1882 sixround doubleaction. Most changes were made to help ease production and to make it less expensive. Feb 26, 2018 the ordnance revolver model 1882 was a swiss attempt at making a lighter revolver for its army. 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. Lieutenantcolonel rudolph schmidt of eidgenossischen waffenfabrik in bern, switzerland, set about to design and develop an altogether new cartridge for an allnew. Report swiss revolver model 1882 explained your name. The 1882 was a simple and effective design, with at least one example remaining in service until 1964. I am new to swiss rifles board having just found the site while looking for information on the 1882 ordnance revolver. Dovetailed blade front and notch rear sights, with matching full and partial numbers on the barrel, frame, cylinder, trigger, hammer, ejector and cylinder pin. This revolver remains in highly collectible condition with all numbers matching. This is essentially a somewhat simplifiedimproved version of switzerlands old model 1882. The 1929 continued to use black powder cartridges in swiss military service and was finally removed from service in the.
The internal affairs shows the improvement simplification from the model 1929, compared to the model 1882. It has blade and notch sights, checkered hammer, and smooth trigger. It was designed by colonel rudolph schmidt the revolver was designed to use the 7. This item comes with a less common swiss revolver holster with ammo loops on the underside of the flap. This is a swiss model 1929 aka m8229 ordnance revolver. Swiss 1882 and 1929 revolver comparison so i thought i would do a bit of a comparison between the swiss 1882 and 1929 revolvers. Swiss revolver model 1882 explained pdf free download. The model 1872 revolver ordonnanzrevolver 1872 or revolver dordonnance modele 1872 was the service sidearm of the swiss army.
Gleboko zmodernozowana wersja rewolweru schmidt m1882. The model 1882 was another of colonel rudolph schmidts designs not a nagant design as many believe. In 1900 the swiss adopted the luger, however they decided to still keep using the 1882 revolvers simply due to the fact it cost. Reloading thoughts on the 7,5 swiss 1882 swedish 7,5 1887. Innrdueed in 1889 for the swiss sthwsidtlkubims stlaiglrspull, bolt action rifle, this. America, its a tight gun that shows honest use and should be a good shooter, i bought it for that purpose to have a swiss revolver with lots of character so to speak, so i dont have to stress taking a minty 1882 and. Beautiful looking swiss military model 1882 revolver designed by colonel rudolph schmidt not a nagant design as many believe. It looks very close externally, even takes the standard 7. The swiss model 1882 revolver was designed by colonel rudolph schmidt to replace the aging 10. There is little mention, for example, of the multitude of singleshot pocket pistols. 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 model 1882 ordnance revolver deactivated guns. After 1882, they were replaced by the schmidt m1882 service revolver. The sheet is the shipping info on a series sent to the swiss war department and my serial number is on the list.
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. Early swiss service revolvers revolver chamelot delvigne model 1872 galand model tested by the swiss commission revolver model 187278 revolver model 1878 lock of warnant type. So i thought i would do a bit of a comparison between the swiss 1882 and 1929 revolvers. This example shows a bright excellent plus bore, 98% bright original blue and straw color. It is a solid frame double action revolver chambered for the 7. It was designed by colonel rudolph schmidt the revolver was designed to use the black powder 7. It came with all accessories including a minty issue manual. Please practice handwashing and social distancing, and check out our resources for adapting to these times. Singledouble action revolver with side loading cylinder. The swiss revolver model 1882 explained downloadable. Grip with grip scales of hard rubber, a ring for the strap. Example f improper fit between cartridgecease and outhlne drawings.
My swiss gun apparently came from south america, i bought it from the guy on gb great seller who imports his stuff from s. This cartridge was iara uduced fur thle model 1882 naganttype sviss army revulver, which. The grooved walnut grips on this revolver indicate that it was a later production model while the earlier guns will be seen with checkered hard rubber grips. This example was produced by waffenfabrik bern and the serial number dates it to 1917. With the latter, the bullet holes touched each other at 10 yards. Let me start by saying that i have a swiss model 1882 and a swedish model 1887. Revolver model 187278 revolver model 1878 lock of warnant type evolution of the swiss revolver model 1882 wood grip plates removable shoulder stock mechanical improvements in the. Swiss army revolver leather holster 1882 1929 repro an excellent reproduction, made of genuine leather. If this is your first visit, be sure to check out the faq by clicking the link above. The swiss army was already fielding rather heavy pistols firing a 10. The schmidt m1882, also referred to by the name model 1929, was a revolver produced in switzerland. Apr 27, 2014 i picked up a belgian made copy of the swiss 1882 service revolver at a show. Jul 15, 2014 revolver model 187278 revolver model 1878 lock of warnant type evolution of the swiss revolver model 1882 wood grip plates removable shoulder stock mechanical improvements in the.
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