John Browning's compact semi-rimmed pistol cartridge, designed for small pocket pistols. Europe's favored police and military sidearm cartridge through much of the 20th century.
Type: Pistol
Introduced: 1899, Belgium
Parent case: None
Standardization: SAAMI
Bullet diameter: 0.312" (7.92 mm)
Case length: 0.68" (17.27 mm)
Overall length: 0.984" (24.99 mm)
Max pressure: 20,500 PSI
Rim type: Semi-Rimmed
Primer: Small Pistol
Typical twist rate: 1:16
Muzzle velocity: 900–1050 fps
Muzzle energy: 120–160 ft-lbs
Effective range: 25 yd
Common bullet weights: 60, 71 gr
Primary use: Self-Defense, Concealed Carry
Production status: Active
Also known as: 7.65mm Browning · 7.65x17mmSR
History: Designed by John Browning for FN and introduced with the FN Model 1900. Became the standard cartridge for European police and military sidearms. Known as 7.65mm Browning in Europe. Chambered in the iconic Walther PPK (James Bond's pistol).
Notable firearms: Walther PPK, FN Model 1900, Colt Model 1903 Pocket Hammerless, Beretta 81
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Similar cartridges: .380 ACP, .25 ACP