Mauser Model 1914
Appearance
Mauser 1914 | |
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Type | Semi-automatic pistol |
Place of origin | German Empire |
Service history | |
In service | 1914–1945 |
Used by | German Empire Nazi Germany |
Wars | World War I World War II |
Production history | |
Manufacturer | Mauser |
No. built | Approx. 1 million |
Variants | Model 1934 |
Specifications | |
Mass | 20 oz (1.3 lb) |
Length | 6.1 in (155 mm) |
Cartridge | .32 ACP |
Action | Short recoil operation |
Feed system | 8 round standard detachable box magazine |
The Mauser Model 1914 is a semi-automatic pistol made by Mauser. A derivative of the .25 caliber Model 1910 designed by Josef Nickl, it uses 32 ACP ammunition.
In 1934, the Model 1914 was superseded by the simpler Model 1934. Mauser 1914 and 1934 pistols were used by the German police and military during both World Wars.
External Links
- Small Arms of WWI Primer 010: German Mauser 1914 Pistol Covers history and details of the pistol.
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