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Original WW1 French 8mm Mle 1892 Revolver Cartridge – ECP 1915 – Inert

Original WW1 French 8mm Mle 1892 Revolver Cartridge – ECP 1915 – Inert

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Product Description

Original First World War French 8mm Mle 1892 military revolver cartridge, manufactured in 1915 by the École Centrale de Pyrotechnie (ECP) at Bourges, France.

The cartridge was produced during the First World War for use with the French Model 1892 service revolver, widely carried by French officers and military personnel.

Headstamp details:

  • ECP: École Centrale de Pyrotechnie, Bourges, France

  • 15: Manufactured in 1915

  • 3: Third quarter of production (July–September)

  • R: Additional material supplier marking, as it appears in the photograph

This example features a brass cartridge case with a projecting rim, copper-coloured round-nosed projectile and original military headstamp.

The cartridge retains its original aged appearance, with surface patina and a noticeable indentation to one side of the case, visible in the photographs.

Specifications

  • Country: France

  • Manufacturer: École Centrale de Pyrotechnie, Bourges

  • Calibre: 8mm French Ordnance (8×27mmR)

  • Date: Third quarter, 1915

  • Period: First World War

  • Associated weapon: French Model 1892 revolver

  • Condition: Original, with age-related wear and case indentation

An interesting example of French First World War revolver ammunition, suitable for military cartridge, headstamp and French militaria collections.