Quiz of the Day - 26 November 2012

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A double-action/single action, semi-automatic pistol manufactured between 1989 and 1997, it was available in standard full-size, as well as in more compact versions. It features a decocking lever and was chambered for several calibers. The family of models was known as the Series 90.

The design of the handgun was based on the Colt M1911 pistol and its magazines are identical to magazines shipped with the M1911.

Identify the handgun.

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Quiz of the Day - 17 November 2012

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The picture on the right hand side shows a top-break revolver with automatic extraction, which was, in various marks, the standard issue service pistol for the armed forces of the United Kingdom, the British Empire and the Commonwealth from 1887 until 1963.

The design of the revolver is such that breaking it open for reloading also operates the extractor. This removes the spent cartridges from the cylinder. Firing the large .455 bore cartridge, there are among the most powerful top-break revolvers ever produced. Although the .455 calibre guns are no longer in military service, the .38/200 variant is still in use as a police sidearm in a number of countries, including India.

Identify the revolver.

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Quiz of the Day - 15 November 2012

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The photo shows a handgun, which is a blowback-operated semi-automatic handgun, chambered in 9×19 mm Parabellum and made of inexpensive molded polymers and stamped steel parts. Magazines with 10-, 20-, 32-, 50- and upwards of 72-rounds are available.

The weapon was the subject of controversy following its use in the 101 California Street shootings and later the Columbine High School massacre. The gun was banned by name in the 1994 Federal Assault Weapons Ban. Subsequently, it's manufacturer went out of business.

Identify the handgun.

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Quiz of the Day - 10 November 2012

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The picture is that of a large frame double-action revolver featuring a full length under-barrel ejection-rod lug and six round cylinder. Chambered for the powerful .44 Magnum and .45 Colt centerfire ammunition cartridges, this model marked it's manufacturer's first foray into the popular large-bore Magnum pistol market.

Identify the handgun.

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Answer: The gun is a .44 Magnum Colt Anaconda.
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