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The Star Model 1914 was produced by Star Bonifacio Echeverria S.A., and largely an improved version of the Star Model 1908, particularly in terms of ergonomics. This model was chosen by the French Army in 7.65mm Browning calibre, also called the ''Pistolet automatique Star''. Based on the
The Star Model 1914 was produced by Star Bonifacio Echeverria S.A., and largely an improved version of the Star Model 1908, particularly in terms of ergonomics. This model was chosen by the French Army in 7.65mm Browning calibre, also called the ''Pistolet automatique Star''. Based on the Mannlicher 1901/1905 Mannlicher may refer to:
* Ferdinand Mannlicher
Ferdinand Ritter von Mannlicher (January 30, 1848 – January 20, 1904) was an Austrian engineer and small arms designer. Along with James Paris Lee, Mannlicher was particularly noted for inventing ...
, it was produced in 1919 in two versions which varied in dimensions and capacity. It was carried by the French in both World Wars. Its construction and reputation were better than that of the Ruby Llama.
Numerical data
Star 1914—"1st" or "Troop type"
* Calibre: 7.65mm Browning * Length: 20 cm * Barrel: 14 cm * Weight (unloaded): 910 g * Magazine: 9 roundsStar 1914—"2nd" or "Officer type"
* Calibre: 7.65mm Browning * Length: 19 cm * Barrel: 12.5 cm * Weight (unloaded): 880 g * Magazine: 7 rounds {{WWIIFrenchInfWeapons .32 ACP semi-automatic pistols French World War I small arms Semi-automatic pistols of Spain Star semi-automatic pistols World War II infantry weapons of France