The Borchardt C-93 is the world's first practical semi-automatic pistol, designed by Hugo Borchardt and manufactured by Ludwig Loewe & Company in Berlin. Its toggle-lock mechanism directly inspired Georg Luger's simplified design that became the P08, making the C-93 the progenitor of one of the most important pistol families in history. Type: Semi-Automatic Pistol Action: Single-Action Caliber: 7.65mm Borchardt Capacity: 8 Year introduced: 1893, Germany Weight: 48 oz Overall length: 14" Status: Discontinued Intended use: military, collector