The magazine is supposed to hold ten rounds but i can only fit nine in there. Gun manual for nearly every firearm on the planet ebooks pdf. Gun manual for nearly every firearm on the planet ebooks. This design, without a lanyard ring, is what became commercially identified as the savage model 1907 pocket pistol when it was manufactured in.
So i dig through the notes i have on this pistol and find holster. Savage had a chance to be the m1911 pistol, but didnt want to commit the money and machinery to build more pistols for testing. This variation is one of the last 1907 32 automatic savage pistols. This is a smooth set of grip panels for the savage. Both of these books include the savage 1908 the 1915 and 1917 pistols are similar. Savage 1907 three digit serial excellent i am not a savage pistol collector. I picked up a savage 1907 that somebody sanded the finish off of. Pull the slide all the way back and lock it in place by moving the safety lever to safe. Could have been a little more clear but much better than wingin it.
Gun manual for nearly every firearm on the planet ebooks pdf free download links. The savage firearms company model 1917 pistol, caliber. So, ive gathered together a few weblinks below to help others research their pistols. Another firm, savage arms, also produced a semiautomatic pistol for these series of trials that represented the companys first and only attempt at development of a military sidearm. Problem is, it was carried a lot and almost no blueing remains.
Our database contains values of serial numbers through 259472 which ended the year 1926. Savage model 1907 automatic pistol national gun forum. The gun digest book of firearms assembly disassembly. I have reassembly instructions and exploded parts view for the 1917 model from this site. The savage 1907 is a beautiful early semiautomatic handgun that really made some waves when it was introduced, as the capacity and shootability made it a great offering to consumers looking for. Get the best deals on savage pistol parts when you shop the largest online selection at. Jul 05, 2016 the last remark refers to the fact that at savage, in those days, things were a long way from being computerized. Im looking to rust blue it but need to completely disassemble it to get an even finish. The dreyse 1907 is used in fritz langs 1933 film the testament of dr. The last remark refers to the fact that at savage, in those days, things were a long way from being computerized. Its really difficult to find much information on disassembly of the 1907 savage pistol but this book had me covered. The gun digest book of firearms assembly disassembly, part 1.
Model 1907 disassembly instructions remove the magazine and ensure that the gun is unloaded. This finely engraved and decorated pistol with mother of pearl grips is serial no. Savage pocket automatic model 1907 vintage pistols. In this chapter, there is also a lot of information on some competing designscolt, luger, granthammond. When i thumb out the rounds the last four to three want to stick in there. Clearly labeled photographs make it easy to identify the part being manipulated in each step. Nov 12, 2011 this feature is not available right now. The title of this book is the gun digest book of firearms assemblydisassembly part ii revolvers pt. Savage 1907 disassembly i have a savage 1907 pistol that has been in the family over 75 years.
The savage 1907 is a beautiful early semiautomatic handgun that really made some waves when it was introduced, as the capacity and. The little pistol was an offshoot of the larger savage model 1907 in. Dec 14, 2015 savage produced about a quarter million pistols in both. The gun digest book of firearms assemblydisassembly part. S military automatic pistols by scott meadows, reported as issued to troop i, 3rd cavalry, fort wingate, new mexico. The gun digest book of firearms assemblydisassembly part ii revolvers pt. Savage 1907 internet movie firearms database guns in.
Jun 18, 2019 it was the original intention of the savage co. I want to take it apart the slide drags a little and wont let the gun cycle completely and reload after the first shoot. Order savagespringfieldstevens model 1907 parts, accessories and more with numrich gun parts corp americas leading pistol parts supplier. Ill go through all of this, and also some of savages memorable advertising and the basic disassembly process. The serrations changed from larger to smaller about 1919 and the spur type cocking lever was introduced as standard around 19191920. The savage model 1907 is a semiautomatic pocket pistol produced by the savage arms, from 1907 until 1920. The gun digest book of firearms assemblydisassembly part i. During that era, the savage model 1907 was considered a pocket pistol and intended for use in selfdefense or law enforcement. Collectors guide to military pistol and revolver, disassembly and reasessembly is one of the great current, out of print or rare titles available from bunduki books. What are the differences, and what was the timeline of their development. Be aware that numrich has the savage pistol models screwed up, listing the models 1904, 1907, 1908, 1910, and 1917 yep, three extra models, but no model 1915 its included as part of the mysterious model 1910, and all the diagrams except for the model 1917 are actually for the 19081911 production of the model 1907, so include none of the. Savage failed in its attempts to usurp colt as the supplier of the official sidearm for the u. I can see the spring binding upcovering itself through the bottom hole when its loading.
Here is the complete story of savage pistols and much more. Order savage springfieldstevens model 1907 parts, accessories and more with numrich gun parts corp americas leading pistol parts supplier. The title of this book is the gun digest book of firearms assembly disassembly, part 5 and it was written by j. Savage produced about a quarter million pistols in both. Also, the manual says the pistol can be carried with the hammer down on a loaded chamber. Gun show books collectors guide to military pistol. The complete, illustrated story of savage pistols in one book. I finally found a replacement at a time when i had a little money in my pocket, in decent condition at a price i could live with. Check with the blue book of gun values or flaydermans guide for a better idea. The gun digest book of firearms assemblydisassembly part ii.
This particular pistol, designated the model 1907 savage calibre. Fox model be, milano, model 1907, model 1907 portugese. The fascinating story of the model 1907 is a mustread for anyone with an interest in quality handguns, military arms, or the venerable savage arms company. Production limited to 288 pistols, this one is listed by serial number on page 261 in the book. Get the best deals on pistol parts for savage when you shop the largest online selection at.
The savage models 1907, 1915, and 1917 were all available in. Savage arms model 1907 32 acp pistol factory instruction manual reproduced with quality scans of original and printed in color to. The variation tables in bailey browners book savage pistols identify my. Wood the gun digest book of rimfire rifles assemblydisassembly, the gun digest book of firearms.
Does anybody know how to disassemble the breech plug and remove the safety lever so that. My pistol does not have the loaded chamber indicator. Ordnance department invited manufacturers to submit automatic pistols for trial at the springfield armory in 1907 they began constructing. The complete, illustrated story of savage pistols in one. Model 1907 portugese contract, model 1915, model 1917, model 6.
An eightshot prototype pistol, which featured several improvements over searles original design was completed in time for the january 1907 trials. Joe puleo and a great selection of similar new, used and collectible books available now at great prices. Searching available sources, i found that only two quality reference books were available, one being out of print and quite expensive. I think i needed money for some motorcycle parts or something, so i sold it. Ten shot magazine located in butt, overall length 6. Vi revolver,the spanish model 1921 astra 400 pistol,the belgian browning m1922 pistol,the british enfield no. The gun digest book of firearms assembly disassembly, part. I have long held the opinion that newer pistols really arent that much improved. The 1917 parts diagram has the part thats giving me problems, the only diagram i can find of the 1907 is the early model with the burr hammer and wide slide serrations. After owning it a short time, i decided as i always do that i needed to know more of the history of the gun.
I have disassembled entire gun except for the ejector and safety. The 1917 and variations had a wedgeshaped frame with different style grips. The dreyse m1907 appeared in the earlier versions of the board game cluedo, mislabelled as a revolver. The gun has no screws, and the grips dont use one either. The series of pistols known as the savage autoloading pistols began in 1907, utilizing a patent granted in 1905. S military automatic pistols by scott meadows, reported as issued to. I found in the instructions information on a loaded chamber indicator. Today i am taking a look at savage automatic pistols as a general group. The model 1907 rothsteyr the savage model 1907 pistol, the german luger pistol, the colt new service, u. Im guessing it needs a good cleaning andor a new spring. Nov 15, 2009 savage 1907 disassembly i have a savage 1907 pistol that has been in the family over 75 years. Prototyped in 1904 and first produced in 1907, this american made pistol was based on patents of william condet and elbert searle. Made by savage arms corporation, utica, new york, 1907. The savage 1907 and variants can be seen in the following films, television series, video games, and anime used by the following actors.