Pedersen · Pistol

Pedersen Device .30 Pedersen

John Pedersen's classified WWI device that converted the M1903 Springfield rifle to semi-automatic fire using a short .30 Pedersen cartridge. Intended for the planned 1919 offensive, it remained one of WWI's best-kept secrets.

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Type
Pistol
Action
Semi-Automatic
Caliber
.30 Pedersen
Capacity
40
Introduced
1918
Origin
USA
Status
Discontinued
Platform

Chamberings

Specifications

Weight (unloaded)
28 oz
Overall length
16"
Barrel options
10-inch
Era
World War I
Military use
Yes
Intended use
Military Service, Collecting

Documents

No manual on file yet.

FAQs

How much does the Pedersen Device .30 Pedersen weigh?
The Pedersen Device .30 Pedersen weighs 28 oz (1.8 lb) unloaded.
What caliber is the Pedersen Device .30 Pedersen?
The Pedersen Device .30 Pedersen is chambered in .30 Pedersen.
When was the Pedersen Device .30 Pedersen introduced?
The Pedersen Device .30 Pedersen was introduced in 1918 in USA and is discontinued.
What is the capacity of the Pedersen Device .30 Pedersen?
The Pedersen Device .30 Pedersen has a capacity of 40.
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