Echasa GZ
Echave, Arizmendi y Cia (Echasa) · Pistol · Discontinued · 1962
Also known as: Echasa GZ-MAB, Echasa Fast, Eibar Echasa
Overview
The Echasa GZ is a Spanish blowback-operated, single-action semi-automatic pocket pistol chambered in .32 ACP. Manufactured in Eibar by Echave, Arizmendi y Cia (Echasa), it was a compact carry pistol styled after the Walther PPK and was offered in .22, .25, .32, and .380 chamberings. The GZ design was acquired by Echasa around 1962 and produced only briefly until manufacture ceased in May 1964.
Specifications
| Weight (empty) | 454 g (16.0 oz) |
| Overall Length | 159 mm (6.26") |
| Barrel Length | 83 mm (3.27") |
| Action Type | Blowback |
| Firing Mechanism | Hammer Fired |
| Trigger Type | Single Action |
| Magazine Capacity | 7 rounds |
| Magazine Type | Detachable Box |
| Muzzle Velocity | 280 m/s (919 fps) |
| Muzzle Energy | 180 J (133 ft·lbf) |
| Effective Range | 25 m (27 yd) |
| Barrel Rifling | Right Hand |
| Frame Material | Aluminum Alloy |
| Slide Material | Steel |
| Barrel Material | Steel |
| Finish | Blued |
Calibers
- .32 ACP · primary — also known as .32 Auto, 7.65mm Browning, 7.65x17mmSR
Features
- Firing modes: Semi Automatic
- Feed systems: Detachable Box Magazine
- Safety mechanisms: Manual Safety
- Features: Fixed Sights, Exposed Hammer
Production
Production years: 1962-1964
The GZ design license passed to Echasa around 1962 and production ended in May 1964.
Origin
Country of origin: Spain
Discontinued: 1964
Notes
Frequently marked 'Echasa Model GZ-MAB'; the French nicknamed the GZ 'the Spanish MAB' for its resemblance to French MAB pocket pistols. Also sold under the Echasa 'Fast' trade name.
Background
Echave, Arizmendi y Cia was one of the many small Eibar gunmakers in the Basque Country of Spain that built inexpensive Browning-pattern pocket pistols throughout the early-to-mid 20th century.