Military Armourer's Revolver Trigger Test Gauge, c.1957

A rare brass military issue trigger testing gauge by Salter, dated 1957 and army property marked.

Basically, this tool is a spring balance calibrated to measure the force needed to fire a service revolver in single action mode. Set to measuring just one pound of trigger pull, this device was used to identify potentially dangerous sidearms, as this amount of trigger pressure would be considered very light indeed. Should a revolver hammer drop within this "hair-trigger" measuring range, the revolver would need the immediate attention of the gunsmith.

A rare item offered in excellent condition with original leather work.

Length of brass body = 3½ inches

Code: 51579