Firearm French Mas 1873 Revolver 11mm French Ord.

The French Model 1873 (MAS 1873) revolver was adopted by the French Army in 1873 and became the nation’s standard military sidearm for the late 19th century. Manufactured at the Manufacture d’Armes de Saint-Étienne, it was chambered in 11mm French Ordnance and designed with an emphasis on durability, simplicity, and ease of maintenance. Its all-steel construction and robust lockwork reflected French military priorities of the period. The Model 1873 saw extensive service throughout France’s colonial campaigns and remained in use well into the early 20th century, with many examples still in service during World War I in secondary and rear-line roles. Its long service life and utilitarian design have made it a historically significant and recognizable European military revolver. View our ful...