Ashani pistol
Ashani (also known as IOF .32 pistol)[2] is a semi-automatic .32 calibre (7.65 mm) pistol designed and manufactured by the Ordnance Factory Board's Gun and Shell Factory and Rifle Factory Ishapore.[3] The pistol is manufactured for concealed carry when permitted.
| IOF .32" pistol (Ashani) | |
|---|---|
| Type | Semi-automatic pistol |
| Place of origin | India |
| Production history | |
| Manufacturer | Indian Ordnance Factory |
| Specifications | |
| Mass | 0.68 kg (1.5 lb)[1] |
| Length | 158 mm (6.2 in)[1] |
| Barrel length | 87.37 mm (3.440 in) |
| Cartridge | .32 ACP |
| Action | Delayed Blowback |
| Feed system | 8-round detachable box magazine |
| Sights | Fixed open sights |
It's been developed by OFB in house based on colt 1903 pistol although it externally resembles FN 1903 and Remington model 51. The pistol can be cosmetically modified by changing its aesthetic.
Variant
Ashani Mk I
The Mk I has a length of 158mm.[1]
References
- "Archived copy" (PDF). gsf.gov.in. Archived from the original (PDF) on 22 February 2020. Retrieved 12 January 2022.
{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: archived copy as title (link) - "Archived copy". Archived from the original on 2015-05-29. Retrieved 2015-06-02.
{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: archived copy as title (link) - "Archived copy" (PDF). ofbeproc.gov.in. Archived from the original (PDF) on 22 February 2020. Retrieved 12 January 2022.
{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: archived copy as title (link) - "Pistol for purse, in two colours". www.telegraphindia.com. Archived from the original on 22 February 2020. Retrieved 12 January 2022.
- "Archived copy" (PDF). gsf.gov.in. Archived from the original (PDF) on 22 February 2020. Retrieved 12 January 2022.
{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: archived copy as title (link) - "0.32" Pistol (Ashani MK-II) | Ordnance Factory Board | Government of India". ofbindia.gov.in. Archived from the original on 22 February 2020. Retrieved 12 January 2022.
External links
- Pistol 0.32" at the Wayback Machine (archived August 11, 2019)
- .32 Modified Pistol at the Wayback Machine (archived October 4, 2021)
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