Swiss Prototype Pistols: P44/8 and W+F Bern P43
This video explores two Swiss prototype pistols from the post-WWII era: the W+F Bern P43 and the SIG P44/8. Both are based on the Browning short-recoil tilting barrel mechanism. The P44 is a precursor to the highly regarded SIG P210, stemming from Charles Petter's French MAS 35A design. The P44/8 specifically refers to the single-stack, 8-round variant, with a 16-round version also mentioned. The video highlights key mechanical differences, particularly in the trigger systems, offering insight into Swiss handgun development during a transitional period for military sidearms.












