Minute of Mae: Russian Nagant 1895

Published on July 24, 2025
Duration: 1:01

The Nagant 1895 is a triple-action revolver weighing 1.74 lbs with an overall length of 9.2 inches. It holds seven rounds of 7.62 Russian ammunition. The design features a heavy, clunky hammer and a trigger with variable weight and texture, attributed to creating a gas seal. Sights are fine, with a narrow V-notch rear and a notched half-moon front.

Quick Summary

The Russian Nagant 1895 is a triple-action revolver weighing 1.74 lbs with a 9.2-inch overall length, chambered in 7.62 Russian. It features a heavy hammer and a trigger with significant stack for a gas seal, along with fine V-notch rear and half-moon front sights. Recoil is very low.

Chapters

  1. 00:07Introduction: Nagant 1895
  2. 00:10Dimensions and Weight
  3. 00:14Triple Action and Initial Purpose
  4. 00:16Loading Procedure (7.62 Russian)
  5. 00:21Detent Alignment for Feeding
  6. 00:26Comparison to Norwegian 1893
  7. 00:32Hammer and Trigger Feel
  8. 00:39Trigger Stack and Gas Seal
  9. 00:43Sights: Rear and Front
  10. 00:48Recoil and Overall Impression
  11. 00:53Historical Context and Conclusion

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key specifications of the Russian Nagant 1895 revolver?

The Nagant 1895 weighs 1.74 lbs and has an overall length of 9.2 inches. It is a triple-action revolver designed to fire seven rounds of 7.62 Russian ammunition. Its trigger is noted for having significant stack to create a gas seal.

How does the Nagant 1895's trigger and hammer feel?

The hammer on the Nagant 1895 is described as heavy and clunky. The trigger is considered worse, with its weight and texture changing throughout the pull, a characteristic that contributes to the firearm's gas seal.

What type of sights does the Nagant 1895 feature?

The Nagant 1895 is equipped with fine sights. The rear sight is a narrow V-notch, and the front sight is a notched half-moon.

How does the Nagant 1895 compare to the Norwegian 1893 model?

The Nagant 1895 is noted to be lighter and have a shorter grip than the previous Norwegian 1893 model, making it feel smaller in hand.

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