Videos tagged with Mauser C77

This review details the Mauser 1878 'Zigzag' revolver patent model, highlighting its unique bottlenecked 11mm cartridge and early design features. The video contrasts the patent model with production versions, noting differences in barrel length, safety levers, frame markings, and cylinder groove profiles. It also covers the revolver's submission to military trials and its eventual rejection in favor of the simpler 1879 Reichsrevolver.

This video is a book review of "Paul Mauser - His Life, Company, and Handgun Development 1838 - 1914" by Mauro Baudino and Gerben van Vlimmeren. The book delves into the personal life and business dealings of Paul Mauser, utilizing extensive archival materials. It covers various Mauser firearms, with a particular focus on the C96 handgun, but also discusses other models like the C77, 1878 revolver, bolt-action rifles, the C06/08, 1909 handguns, and self-loading rifle prototypes. The review highlights the book's in-depth exploration of Mauser's relationships with other designers and historical events impacting the company.

The Mauser 1877 (C77) was Mauser's first pistol design, a single-shot falling block action chambered in 10.6mm. Despite its innovative mechanism, it failed to secure military adoption and only about 100 were produced for private sale. This pistol features a double-action-only trigger and an automatic extractor, making it a rare piece of Mauser's early handgun development.