French Mle 1892 Revolver in Competition

Published on December 21, 2019
Duration: 6:29

The French Mle 1892 revolver, despite its age and pitted exterior, proved functional in a Backup Gun Match. Ian McCollum highlighted its comfortable handling and low recoil with Fiocchi 8mm ammunition, making it a practical service weapon for its era. Stages involved retrieving the gun from difficult positions and engaging various targets, with single-action often preferred for accuracy with the low-power round.

Quick Summary

The French Mle 1892 revolver, chambered in 8x27mm, proved functional in a competition despite its age. Its low recoil, aided by Fiocchi 8mm ammunition, made it comfortable to shoot. Single-action was often preferred for accuracy, especially on steel targets, due to the challenging double-action trigger pull.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & Match Rules
  2. 00:59Stage 1: The Stairs
  3. 01:46Stage 2: Vehicle Simulation
  4. 02:54Stage 3: The Chili Pot
  5. 03:56Stage 4: The Soul Eater
  6. 05:03Conclusion & Performance Review

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the French Mle 1892 revolver's caliber and performance in competition?

The French Mle 1892 revolver is chambered in 8x27mm (8mm Lebel). In a competition, it demonstrated functional resilience despite its age, with low recoil from Fiocchi 8mm ammunition, making it comfortable to shoot.

How does the scoring work in a Backup Gun Match?

Backup Gun Match scoring combines the shooter's time with points awarded for hitting targets. Paper targets are worth 5, 3, or 1 point, while steel targets award 7 points if successfully knocked down.

Why might a shooter prefer single-action over double-action with the French Mle 1892?

The double-action trigger pull on the Mle 1892 can be challenging. Using single-action provides a lighter, crisper trigger break, which is often necessary for precise shots, especially with lower-powered ammunition like the 8mm Lebel.

What are the key technical specifications of the French Mle 1892 Revolver?

The French Mle 1892 revolver typically features an 8mm French Ordnance caliber (8x27mmR), a 6-round capacity, a 4.6-inch barrel, and weighs approximately 1.85 lbs. It was designed as a service revolver.

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