Early Swedish Husqvarna 1887 Nagant 7.5mm Military Revolver, 1898 Antique
SOLD FOR: $2,076.00
WOA#: WY240730CX001
Make: Husqvarna
Model: Nagant Model 1887
Serial#: 170
Year of Manufacture: 1898 (production moved to Husqvarna in 1898 with 5,400 produced in that year)
Caliber: 7.5x22mm Swedish
Action Type: Single/Double-Action Revolver with a 6-Round Side-Loaded Cylinder
Markings: The left side of the frame is marked “HUSQVARNA” above the factory serial number “170” and “PB” which is the inspection code for Pontus Bruno. The internal parts, visible when the pistol is taken down, are serial matched. The loading gate, cylinder, cylinder pin, and ejector collar are also matched. There are various letter markings indicating disassembly in alphabetical order, starting with “A” above the sideplate screw on the right of the frame. The right side of the frame is marked “L No 3008″ (Landstormen rack number).
Barrel Length: 4 1/2”, Octagonal
Sights/ Optics: The front sight is a blade fixed by the muzzle. The rear sight is a “V”-notch integral to the top-strap.
Stock Configuration & Condition/ Grip: The grip panels are three piece checkered wood with two side panels and a panel that shows through the back strap and front strap. There is a lanyard ring fixed to the butt-strap. The grips have light handling wear with a few light nicks and scuffs. There are no chips or cracks. The checkering is generally well defined. Overall, the grip panels are in FIne-Excellent condition as Antique.
Type of Finish: Blue & Strawed
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bore is semi-bright with sharp rifling. There is some scattered light erosion and a few patches of minor pitting in the bore. In this writer’s opinion, the bore rates 6 or 7 out of 10.
Overall Condition: The revolver retains about 90% of its metal finish. The finish is thinning at all edges. There is some scattered minor surface oxidation. There is a distinct “halo” around the Landstorm marking. There are some scattered minor nicks and light handling marks. The strawed finish is generally strong with muting on the ejector and cylinder pin. The action shows light operational wear. The screw heads are sharp. The markings remain clear. Overall, the revolver is in Excellent condition as Antique.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. The single action trigger is crisp and the double action is smooth. The cylinder locks with light play on each chamber. We did not fire this pistol. As with all previously owned firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance standards.
Box Paperwork and Accessories: None.
Our Assessment: This is a Husqvarna manufactured Nagant Model 1887 Revolver chambered for 7.5mm Swiss Nagant rounds. The Model 1887 Revolver was designed by the famous Belgian weapon designer Leon Nagant for service with the Swedish Army. While the Liege based firm Fabrique d’armes Émile et Léon Nagant provided a shipment of the new revolvers to the Swedish military, the country also instituted domestic production with Husqvarna manufacturing the majority of the guns. Curiously, Husqvarna production began with 350 revolvers for Norway in 1897, but by 1898 production was for the Swedish armed forces with 5,400 produced in this year.
This is a particularly early Husqvarna Model 1887 Revolver, serial 170. It was at one point issued to the Landstorm, likely after the M1887 was replaced in 1907 by Husqvarna’s autoloading pistol. The gun is in tremendous condition for its age and service, retaining all matching numbered parts. You’ll be hard pressed to find a better example of the Husqvarna 1887 if you’re looking to add one to your collection. Please see our photos and good luck!
Please forgive any typos, I was educated in California. -Bud
