This video examines the rare Norton DP-75, a pistol with roots in the experimental Mauser HsP. It features a short recoil system with a pivoting locking block, reminiscent of the P38, and was an unsuccessful contender in German police trials against the H&K P7. The description highlights its aluminum and titanium construction by the American company Norton Armament, which was associated with Edgar Budischowsky, designer of Korriphila pistols. A unique aspect is the inclusion of a fully functional, half-scale miniature of the DP-75, crafted by machinist Raymond Hutchens, sold as a package with the full-sized gun.
This video from Forgotten Weapons delves into the Müller 1902 Prototype Pistol, a rare firearm designed by Bernhard Müller. The pistol is described as a locked-breech design that appears to blend elements of the Luger and the later P38. It utilizes a modified Luger magazine and is chambered in 7.65mm Luger, featuring a Luger-like grip angle due to the magazine. The action is a short recoil system with a pivoting locking block, foreshadowing the P38's mechanism. Despite its comfortable ergonomics, the pistol was ultimately rejected during Swiss pistol trials. The video also references a prior Müller 1895 Pistol and a discussion on early automatic pistol cartridges.
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