Model 1892 Service Revolver

Place Europe: France
Accession Number REL/15437.001
Collection type Technology
Object type Firearm
Place made France
Date made c 1900
Conflict First World War, 1914-1918
Description

French Model 1892 six shot, double action army revolver. Frame stamped Mre d'Armes St Etienne and the serial number. The barrel top is engraved Mle 1892. The grips are two piece checkered wood and the butt has a lanyard ring at the base.

History / Summary

This revolver was commonly known as the 'Lebel' after the president of the commission resposible for its adoption.

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