This video delves into the Mannlicher Model 1896 pistol, highlighting its innovative design advancements over earlier models. It discusses the shift to a locked breech action and a bottlenecked cartridge to improve ballistics and handling. The description notes early blowback models were quickly replaced by locked systems. Key improvements in 1897 included the transition from a 7-round fixed magazine to a 6-round detachable magazine, though stripper clips remained an option. The video clarifies potential date confusion due to patents and commercial release timings, suggesting Mannlicher's focus on military contracts. It also mentions the availability of variations like longer barrels, shoulder stock lugs, and sporting carbines.
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