"Le Formidable" Pre-WW1 Pocket Revolver at the BUG Match

Published on May 13, 2023
Duration: 9:10

The 'Le Formidable' is a pre-WW1 pocket revolver by Manufrance, chambered in 8mm French Ordnance. It features a unique right-side cylinder flip and a cut-down hammer for concealed carry. Despite its historical significance, its heavy 17lb double-action trigger and small sights made it challenging to use effectively in a BUG match, where it performed poorly.

Quick Summary

The 'Le Formidable' is a pre-WW1 pocket revolver by Manufrance, chambered in 8mm French Ordnance. It features a right-side cylinder flip and a hammerless design for concealed carry. However, its 17lb double-action trigger and small sights made it difficult to use effectively in competition.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to Le Formidable
  2. 00:55Physical Features and Design
  3. 01:26Caliber and Ballistics
  4. 02:48Trigger and Sights
  5. 03:51BUG Match Performance

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the 'Le Formidable' revolver?

The 'Le Formidable' is a pre-World War I pocket revolver manufactured by Manufrance in Saint-Étienne, France, between 1895 and 1916. It's a five-shot, double-action firearm designed for civilian concealed carry.

What caliber is the Le Formidable revolver chambered in?

The Le Formidable is chambered in 8mm French Ordnance, also known as 8mm Lebel. This caliber uses a 111-grain bullet traveling around 900 feet per second, making it ballistically similar to a less powerful .38 Special.

What are the notable design features of the Le Formidable?

Key features include a very short grip, a cut-down hammer spur to prevent snagging, and a cylinder that flips out to the right, unlike most modern revolvers. It was designed with a mostly hammerless profile for easier pocket carry.

How did the Le Formidable perform in a BUG match?

The Le Formidable struggled in a BUG match due to its extremely heavy 17lb double-action trigger pull and small sights. It placed last in the revolver division and 41st out of 43 participants overall.

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