Pistol vis wz. 35

pistol vis wz. 35 is one of the most famous Polish military pistols that was produced in Radom. It is a weapon of great historical and technical importance, used during World War II and in the post -war years.

characteristics of the VIS wz pistol. 35:

History and background of production:

• Pistol Vis wz. 35 was designed by Eng. Jerzy Szczerbicki, and the production began in 1935 at the "Łucznik" metal plants in Radom.
• It was one of the few automatic pistols produced in Poland before World War II. During the Second World War and after its completion, the VIS pistol wz. 35 It was used by the Polish army, as well as by other countries.

Construction and technology:

• caliber: 9 mm Parabellum (9x19 mm)
• System: The pistol works on the principle of relief lock. It was a self -tributant pistol with a single shot function.
• Magazine: It had a magazine with a capacity of 8 cartridges.
• LUFA: The length of the barrel was 120 mm, which ensured good accuracy of the shot. Pistol vis wz. 35 was made mainly of steel, with a solid construction, which ensured its durability and reliability in difficult combat conditions.

ergonomics and utility:

• Dimensions: the pistol was 210 mm, height 140 mm, and weight about 1.1 kg and a heavy gun, but at the same time ensured stability during a shot.
• accuracy: vis wz. 35 was valued for his accuracy, which was the result of the precise design of the barrel and the lock.

Production and number of produced copies:

• Until the beginning of World War II, about 50,000 copies of the Vis wz. 35. Production was also continued during the war, with different periods of breaks in production related to German occupation and changes in the factory.

use and meaning:

• Pistol vis wz. 35 was a standard military pistol used by the Polish army. He was valued for his reliability and reliability, which meant that he was preferred by many soldiers.
• after the war, this pistol was also used by other armies, including by German and Soviet army during the occupation. 35 today is considered a valuable historical and collector's exhibit. Its unique structural features and a role in military history mean that he is wanted by lovers of historical weapons and collectors.

Contemporary:

• Contemporary copies of the pistol vis wz. 35 are often renewed and retained in museums and private collections. His history and importance in the context of the Polish arms industry make him an important element of military heritage.