Schwarzlose – Model 1898 Standard
Schwarzlose of Germany, best known for his machine guns and blow-forward pocket pistols, also directed his attention to some larger-caliber handguns. The Model 1898 Standardt, that may not have seen commercial production until 1901, was a full-size, locked-breech, rotary-bolt, single-action pistol in 7.63 mm that fed though a detachable magazine. The rear sight was vertically adjustable via a spiraling helicoid mount, and the firing pin protruded from the rear to act as a cocking indicator. Most pistols were made for a six-shot magazine, though a few had an extended frame for an eight-shot magazine and a rare gun had a recessed backstrap for a keyed-in shoulder stock. Though exceptionally well-made with a futuristic grace, production was limited to fewer than 500 pistols. The pistol was submitted in 1901 to Austria for military testing and was tested by the Spanish military as well.
Video regarding Schwarlose including fire testing
Videos using computer technology to explain operation of Schwarlose Model 1898
Videos using computer technology to explain operation of Schwarlose Model 1898