Videos tagged with Ortgies Pistol

This "American Rifleman Television" segment delves into the history and significance of the Ortgies pistol, a semi-automatic handgun that gained popularity in Europe and the United States shortly after World War I. Despite a limited production run, the Ortgies pistol is highlighted as an underappreciated design from the early 20th century. The video explores its origins, attributing the design to Heinrich Ortgies and the company bearing his name. It positions the Ortgies pistol as a "forgotten handgun" of its era, prompting viewers to learn more about its fascinating story.

The Ortgies automatic pistol, often overlooked, features a unique latching grip safety and a screwless grip panel design. Despite production halts due to post-WWI restrictions, over 400,000 were manufactured, becoming common in the US as souvenirs. Its fixed barrel removal via a 90-degree rotation is a notable mechanical feature.

This review covers the Deutsche Werke Ortgies pistol in .32 ACP, produced between 1919-1924. It highlights the pistol's blowback-operated, striker-fired design with unique features like a screwless grip attachment and a grip safety. While .32 ACP is discussed as a viable, though less powerful, self-defense round compared to .380 ACP, the review notes the pistol's smooth shooting experience and low recoil, tempered by challenges with its small sights and potential for 'slide bite'.

The Deutsche Werke Ortgies pistol, produced between 1919-1924, is a high-quality, screwless pocket pistol originally made in .25 ACP, .32 ACP, and .380 ACP. Despite its inexpensive origins, it features excellent machining and was known for accuracy, even winning a national championship. The review details its unique grip safety, striker-fired mechanism, and provides technical specifications, including a 4 lbs 10 oz trigger pull. While the .25 ACP caliber is considered anemic for self-defense, the pistol's reliability and craftsmanship are highlighted.