One more Chinese Mystery Pistol

Published on June 14, 2015
Duration: 6:07

This review examines a unique Chinese mystery pistol, noting its hand-made nature and surprising quality despite visible asymmetries. It mechanically mimics the Browning 1900 but reverses the barrel and recoil spring configuration. The pistol features non-functional tangent sights with nonsensical markings and repetitive, fake patent and proof marks, including a fake FN logo.

Quick Summary

This Chinese mystery pistol mechanically mimics the Browning 1900 design but reverses the barrel and recoil spring configuration. It features non-functional tangent sights with nonsensical markings and fake patent/proof marks, yet exhibits surprisingly high-quality fit and finish for a hand-made piece.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: Chinese Mystery Pistol
  2. 00:40Mechanical Design: Striker-Fired, Browning 1900 Copy
  3. 01:22Sights & Markings: Nonsensical Distances
  4. 01:52Confusing Markings: Fake Patents & FN Logo
  5. 02:52Barrel Configuration: Dual-Tube Muzzle
  6. 03:23Functionality & Magazine: C96 Style
  7. 04:03Craftsmanship Assessment: Hand-Made Quality

Frequently Asked Questions

What is unique about the mechanical design of this Chinese mystery pistol?

This pistol mechanically copies the Browning 1900 design, being striker-fired. However, it reverses the typical layout, housing the recoil spring in the top muzzle tube and the rifled barrel in the bottom tube.

What kind of markings are found on this mystery pistol?

The pistol features repetitive and confusing markings, including 'PATENT PATENT', 'BREVET' (French for patent), fake Belgian proof marks, and a fake FN logo, suggesting an attempt to mimic established firearm manufacturers.

Are the sights on this Chinese mystery pistol functional?

No, the tangent sights are non-functional. They lack a slider mechanism and display nonsensical distance markings like '101', '208', and '906'.

How is the craftsmanship of this hand-made pistol assessed?

Despite being hand-made with visible asymmetries in machining, the overall fit and finish are considered surprisingly high quality for a one-off workshop production.

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