| Accession Number | AWM2016.563.1 |
|---|---|
| Collection type | Technology |
| Object type | Firearm |
| Physical description | Steel, Wood |
| Maker |
Friedrich Langenhan's Gewehr und Fahrradfabrik, Zella St. Basi Friedrich Langenhan's Gewehr und Fahrradfabrik, Zella-Mehlis |
| Place made | Germany |
| Date made | C 1917 |
| Conflict |
First World War, 1914-1918 |
Langenhan Model FL pistol : Sergeant James Seivewright, 25 Battalion
Description
Langenhan Model FL pistol in holster, with extra magazine captured from a German in a Machine gun post by Sergeant Seivewright. The Langenhan Model FL pistol was a First World War One period German military pistol manufactured by Freidrich Langenhan's Gewehr und Fahrradfabrik, Zella St. Basil. The design is a conventional blowback, with a breechblock being a separate unit. Production lasted from 1914 to 1917. About 55.000 pistols were made for German Army during World War One. This model was never sold commercially. It has an eight shot magazine. The safety catch is missing. Leather holster is included. A spare magazine is included. Markings - F L SELBSTLADER DRGM.
History / Summary
Sergeant Seivewright was awarded the Distinguished Conduct Medal for this action.