Orbea Hermanos Model 1884 Military Revolver
Around 1870, Smith & Wesson launched a revolver with a new loading and unloading system with a swing-out barrel and cylinder. From then on, every revolver using that system was known as a “Smith.” Having abandoned the initial plan to manufacture their own regulation weapon, a Royal Order dated October 6, 1884 stated that use of the revolver would continue to be mandatory for commanders and officers both in the Army and the Civil Guard. However, a specific model was chosen: the 11 mm (0.43
fábrica orbea hermanos (1840 – 1930)
Eibar-based Orbea Hermanos: Spanish arms & sporting goods manufacturer (1840-1930). Known for the iconic Model 1884 military revolver & pioneering bicycle production.
Museum of the Civil Guard (Madrid, Spain)
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About this artwork
- Title: Orbea Hermanos Model 1884 Military Revolver
- Artist: fábrica orbea hermanos
- Year: 1884
- Format: Landscape
- Copyright status: Public domain
- Where to see it: Museum of the Civil Guard
- Color palette: Pastels
- Main color: Putty

