The Bodeo Model 1889 revolver ((Italian) Pistola Rotazione, Systema Bodeo, Modello 1889) was invented by Italian firearm designer Carlo Bodeo. It was produced by a wide variety of manufacturers between 1889 and 1925, and was also produced in Spain from 1915 to 1918. It was employed by the Italian Army in World War I, the Interwar Italian colonial wars, and World War II. Version with trigger guard, often issued to officers (See 98)
Marks and Stamps: (L side of Frame) METALLURGICA BRESCIANA GIAS TEMPINI BRESCIA (R side of frame) Serial No Date stamp 192?| Accession Number: 92 | Period of Use: 1889 - 1945 |
| Type: Self loading/automatic pistol | War Zones: First World War; Ethiopia; Spanish Civil War; Second World War |
| Country of Origin: Italy | Type Date: 1889 |
| Manufacturer: Metallurgica Bresciana Gias Tempini, Brescia | Serial Number: D 3523 |
| Manufacture Date: 1923? | Calibre/Ammunition: 10.4mm |
| Weight: 910g | Length Overall: 267mm |
| Cyclic Rate: revolver | Length Barrel: 114mm |
| Deactivation Certificate Number: DA 69916 |