Mario
I think the first Portugese purchase was at the end of 1903, (about 100 test guns) but the first real official delivery was dated in mid 1910 of about 5K "New Model" pistols 12 cm long barrel 7,65 Para gauge with "Seguranca" and "Caregada" inscripions under the safety and on the extractor.
my2 cents
Sergio
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"Originality can't be restored and should be at the top of any collector's priority list.
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