Minute of Mae: Italian Glisenti 1910

Published on July 30, 2021
Duration: 1:01

The Glisenti 1910 is a historical Italian semi-automatic pistol chambered in 9mm Glisenti. While it features a unique split-tab manual safety and a front grip safety, its design presents limitations. The pistol has a high bore axis contributing to snappy recoil and a heavy trigger pull. It cannot safely handle full-power 9mm Parabellum ammunition, and its magazines are prone to deformation, making it an awkward martial handgun despite its historical significance.

Quick Summary

The Glisenti 1910 is a historical Italian semi-automatic pistol (1.76 lbs, 8.1" length) in 9mm Glisenti. It features dual safeties but has snappy recoil from a high bore axis and magazines that deform easily. It cannot safely fire 9mm Parabellum.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction and Shooting
  2. 00:10Physical Specifications
  3. 00:19Loading and Magazine
  4. 00:30Shooting Experience
  5. 00:39Safety Features
  6. 00:48Performance and Limitations

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key specifications of the Glisenti 1910 pistol?

The Glisenti 1910 is a short recoil locked pistol weighing 1.76 lbs with an 8.1-inch length. It holds 7 rounds of 9mm Glisenti ammunition and features a high bore axis and steeple sights.

What are the safety features on the Glisenti 1910?

It has two safeties: an automatic front-mounted grip safety and a manual split-tab safety on the rear of the breech. However, the manual safety is often found broken.

Can the Glisenti 1910 safely fire 9mm Parabellum ammunition?

No, the Glisenti 1910 is not designed to handle full-power 9mm Parabellum ammunition. It is chambered for the weaker 9mm Glisenti cartridge, and using stronger rounds can damage the firearm.

What are the main drawbacks of the Glisenti 1910?

The pistol suffers from snappy recoil due to its high bore axis, has a heavy trigger pull, and its magazines are prone to deformation. It's considered an awkward martial handgun.

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