Original Italian Model 1874 Army Revolver in 10.35mm by Glisenti of Brescia - Serial MY258 Japanese Uniforms As V-E Day drew to

As V-E Day drew to a close

The bayonet is in fine condition however the various markings on the iron cross guard have been partially erased so it is impossible to determine if these were the original French of the later German Regimental markings

Most assuredly French

which secure the liner to the shell for paratrooper use

Not intended for long-term outdoor display

Original Italian Model 1874 Army Revolver in 10.35mm by Glisenti of Brescia - Serial MY258 Japanese Uniforms As V-E Day drew toOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a very nice example of the Italian Model 1874 Army Service Revolver, which is based heavily on the French service revolver Modle 1873 Chamelot Delvigne, usually called the MAS 1873. This was the first double action revolver used by the French Army, and design was extremely popular, as well as robust. As such many countries adopted very similar designs. The Italian version, called the Pistola a rotazione