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For the same reason that most things are invented- to be a commercial success, and make money. The semi-auto pistol could be made smaller and lighter than a revolver, hold more ammunition, and reload quicker.
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Where was the first semi-automatic pistol made?
Germany
Who invented the semi-automatic pistol?
The first COMMERCIALLY SUCCESSFUL was probably the Borchardt C-93, from 1893. Created by Hugo Borchardt.
What does the first semi-automatic pistol look like?
Look up 1894 Mannlicher pistol
Who inverted the first semi-automatic pistol?
Mannlicher in 1894.
What is handgun?
It is a type of pistol that was created by John Browning in 1911. The standard US Army 45 caliber automatic pistol was a Model 1911.
What is 1911 handgun?
It is a type of pistol that was created by John Browning in 1911. The standard US Army 45 caliber automatic pistol was a Model 1911.
What is the meaning of ACP?
'ACP' means Automatic Colt Pistol. A 1911, for example, would chamber a .45 ACP cartridge.
When did the first semi automatic hand gun come out?
The Borchardt, in 1893, was the first commercially successful auto pistol.
What semi-automatic pistol was designed in 1898?
Schwarzlose pistol
What does acp mean for pistol description?
automatic colt pistol
What does acp mean in a 45 pistol?
Automatic Colt Pistol
When was the semi automatic rifle invented?
The first semi-automatic rifle was developed around 1885. the first semi-automatic pistol was invented in 1892. The first semi-automatic shotgun came out in 1902. Semi automatic handguns account for 50% of guns sales in the United States.
