The gas-seal revolver adopted by the Russian Imperial Army and remaining in Soviet service through WWII. The unique cylinder-forward gas-seal mechanism allowed the Nagant to be effectively suppressed, unique among revolvers. Type: Revolver Action: Double-Action Caliber: 7.62mm Nagant Capacity: 7 Year introduced: 1895, Belgium Weight: 28 oz Overall length: 9.1" Status: Discontinued Military use: Yes Intended use: Military Service, Law Enforcement