Alkar Cartridge Counter .25ACP

Published on June 13, 2016
Duration: 10:36

This review details the rare Alkar Cartridge Counter pistol, a .25 ACP vest pocket pistol produced by Alkartasuna SA. It highlights the unique mechanical cartridge counter visible through grip windows and an unusual grip safety that requires manual resetting. The pistol's history is tied to former Astra employees and its production period around 1919-1920.

Quick Summary

The Alkar Cartridge Counter is a rare .25 ACP pistol from Alkartasuna SA (circa 1919-1920), featuring a unique mechanical cartridge counter visible through grip windows and an unusual manually resetting grip safety. Its production followed Alkartasuna's success supplying pistols during WWI.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: Alkar Cartridge Counter Pistol
  2. 00:30Alkartasuna Company History
  3. 01:42WWI and Post-War Production
  4. 03:54Unique Cartridge Counter Mechanism
  5. 05:48Unusual Grip Safety Design
  6. 08:05Manufacturing Details and Variants

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Alkar Cartridge Counter pistol?

The Alkar Cartridge Counter is a rare .25 ACP vest pocket pistol produced by the Spanish company Alkartasuna SA around 1919-1920. It is notable for its unique mechanical cartridge counter visible through grip windows and an unusual manually resetting grip safety.

How does the Alkar Cartridge Counter's mechanism work?

It features a mechanical indicator linked to the magazine follower that shows the remaining round count through numbered windows on the grip. A question mark window indicates an unknown chamber status. The grip safety must be depressed to fire and then manually reset.

What is the history of the Alkartasuna company?

Alkartasuna was founded in 1914 by eight former employees of Astra after a strike. Based in Guernica, Spain, they initially produced pistols for WWI militaries before pivoting to civilian models like the .25 ACP vest pocket pistol.

What are the typical serial number ranges for Alkar Cartridge Counter variants?

Serial numbers for the specific Alkar Cartridge Counter variants featuring the numbered window indicator are typically found in the 75,000 range. This helps distinguish them from other models produced by the company.

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