Colt M1892

Colt M1892
TypeRevolver
Place of originUnited States
Service history
Used byUnited States Army
United States Navy
Federal Army
North-West Mounted Police
British Army
WarsSpanish–American War
Philippine–American War
Second Boer War
Boxer Rebellion
Mexican Revolution
World War I
Production history
DesignerColt
Designed1892
ManufacturerColt
Produced1892–1907
No. built291,000+
VariantsSee Variants
Specifications
Mass2.07 lb (0.94 kg)
Length11.5 in (290 mm)
Barrel length6 in (150 mm)

Cartridge.38 Long Colt, .41 Long Colt
ActionDouble action revolver
Muzzle velocity780 ft/s (240 m/s)
Feed system6-round cylinder
SightsIron sights

The Colt M1892 Navy and Army was the first general issue double-action revolver with a swing out cylinder used by the United States military.