Rigarmi Brescia .25 ACP Micro Pistol (1962) - Italian-Made, Blued, Striker-Fired, 7+1, 2.25 in Barrel
This Rigarmi Brescia is a compact, Italian-made .25 ACP vest-pocket pistol manufactured in 1962, prior to the late-1960s U.S. import restrictions. It carries Italian proof marks, the Roman-numeral date code "XVIII," and clear factory markings, including the slide legend and MADE in ITALY stamp. Its micro size, 2.25-inch barrel, and 7+1 capacity make it a classic example of the period.
Condition
Overall Condition: Good condition, showing some signs of prior use and handling.
Bore Overall Condition: Good - Clean, well-maintained, minor wear marks.
Bore Rifling: Good Rifling - Intact, well-defined lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Details: This pistol shows notable finish loss with areas of pitting and rust. The chamber is clean, and the rifling is sharp and shiny.
What's Included
- Rigarmi Brescia .25 ACP pistol
- 1x 7-round steel single-stack magazine with large oval witness window
Made in Brescia, Italy, this pistol features the PSF smokeless proof and the Gardone Val Trompia proof-house crest, along with the Italian Roman-numeral date code "XVIII." Factory markings include the slide legend "RIGARMI Brescia – Cal. 6.35 (25)" with flanking scroll or fish-like logos and "MADE in ITALY."
The micro-size frame and 2.25-inch barrel keep the profile compact while maintaining a single-stack 7+1 capacity. The included magazine has a large oval witness window for quick visual checks.
It is striker-fired with a manual thumb safety and a red fire dot indicator. The slide has rear serrations and a right-side ejection port for straightforward manipulation.
The pistol wears a blued finish on the slide and frame and molded plastic grip panels in a cream/light hue with the "RIGARMI" legend. Its vest-pocket pattern reflects the design priorities of 1960s European pocket pistols.