A direct copy of the Smith & Wesson in .38 calibre made for the Spanish Army. The Orbea factory made very thinly-disguised copies of both Colt and Smith & Wesson. Whilst not as good as the originals the Orbea versions sold well in Latin America and were snapped up by all the allies in World War One. The company failed to survive the Spanish Civil War but its products went on to be used in World War Two. Cylinder holds 6 rounds. Double and single action.
Marks and Stamps: (Top and L side of Barrel) ORBEA Y CIA SENC - EIBAR CAL 38 LARGO (L side of frame) OH Trademark (R side of frame) FABRICACION ESPANIOLA (Base of butt strap) Serial no.Accession Number: 100 | Period of Use: |
Type: Revolver | War Zones: Mexico; First World War; Spanish Civil War; Second World War |
Country of Origin: Spain | Type Date: 1905? |
Manufacturer: Orbea y Hermanos, Eibar | Serial Number: E 362316 |
Manufacture Date: Unknown | Calibre/Ammunition: 0.38" 'Largo' |
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Cyclic Rate: revolver | Length Barrel: |
Deactivation Certificate Number: DA 30228 |