Swiss revolver M1882 proof marks
Good evening at all. I'm a new visitor, and because I'm interested to a swiss revolver M1882 2nd version, I would like to know what mean the proof markings stamped on. Furthermore, on the left side of...
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Hello and welcome! The proof marks are indication that the revolver was 'proofed' or pressure tested by the receiving inspector at the Swiss Army that the cylinder and barrel would withstand operating...
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Thanks a lot. I have read all your posts already, but I have some questions still... So, if I have well understood, with this model of revolver is it possible to shot ammunitions with smokeless...
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Yes. The Fiocchi ammo is smokeless and most load smokeless powder for it now. I use Unique which is a good revolver powder. Yes, the pistol was designed and made in Switzerland by Herr Schmidt of...
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Thank you very much. I like a lot this revolver and I'm waiting the end of this week for taking it. I'm glad to have a piece of story, overall well made, as well as is the swiss tradition. I reload...
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I'll go thru the library and see if any that I have cover the 1882 in depth. As for reloading, there is a lot of information posted here over time, so please use the search feature. However, here is a...
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Thanks again. I will follow your suggestion about the "use of the search feature". About the black powder I think you're right. Finally I would like to know the differences between the Swiss model and...
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The main difference is the Swiss 1882 is much better made and with superior materials. Every internal part is marked with a number that indicates the assembly and disassembly order. (1,2,3 etc). Loose...
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Thank you. Forgive my insistence, but from the pictures I posted you can determine if the revolver is Swiss, or do have I disassembly it apart to check its provenance? P.S. On the left side of the...
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Yes. The inspection stamp (+M) indicates that it was inspected by Major Mühlemann or under his supervision between 1913-1941 at Waffenfabrik Bern. The 8 and the 2 indicate assembly order which also is...
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Thank you very much Your knowledge has been very precious. Greetings
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Adesso c'è giusto bisogno di dì sentirlo cantare. Alla faccia dei decreti!
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