Llama Model VII
Llama Gabilondo y Cia · Pistol · Discontinued · 1933
Also known as: Llama VII, Llama VII Extra
Overview
The Llama Model VII is a Spanish semi-automatic pistol built on the Colt M1911A1 pattern, produced by Gabilondo y Cia of Eibar. Chambered for the .38 Super (and the dimensionally similar 9mm Largo), it is a full-size single-action service pistol with a 5.5-inch barrel and an 8-round detachable box magazine. Like most early Llama pistols it followed the 1911A1 layout closely but omitted the grip safety, retaining the manual thumb safety and external hammer of its American parent.
Specifications
| Weight (empty) | 1020 g (36.0 oz) |
| Weight (loaded) | 1130 g (39.9 oz) |
| Overall Length | 216 mm (8.50") |
| Barrel Length | 140 mm (5.51") |
| Height | 135 mm (5.31") |
| Width | 32 mm (1.26") |
| Sight Radius | 172 mm (6.77") |
| Action Type | Short Recoil |
| Firing Mechanism | Hammer Fired |
| Trigger Type | Single Action |
| Magazine Capacity | 8 rounds |
| Magazine Type | Detachable Box |
| Muzzle Velocity | 390 m/s (1280 fps) |
| Muzzle Energy | 616 J (454 ft·lbf) |
| Effective Range | 50 m (55 yd) |
| Barrel Rifling | Right Hand |
| Number of Grooves | 6 |
| Frame Material | Steel |
| Slide Material | Steel |
| Barrel Material | Steel |
| Stock Material | Wood |
| Finish | Blued |
Calibers
- .38 Super · primary — also known as .38 Super Auto, .38 Super +P
Features
- Firing modes: Semi Automatic
- Feed systems: Detachable Box Magazine
- Safety mechanisms: Manual Thumb Safety
- Features: 1911 Pattern, Lanyard Ring, Checkered Wood Grips, External Hammer
Service history
Conflicts
- Spanish Civil War (1936-1939)
Production
Production years: 1933-1954
Part of the numbered Llama pistol series introduced after the Llama trademark was registered in 1932; exact Model VII output not separately recorded.
Origin
Country of origin: Spain
Designer: Gabilondo y Cia
Notes
Because the .38 Super and 9mm Largo cartridges share close case dimensions, the Model VII can headspace on either the case mouth or the rim, giving it dual-caliber usability. Many examples saw Spanish military and police service and were refinished after the Spanish Civil War.
Background
Gabilondo y Cia registered the Llama trademark in 1932 and rolled out a numbered line of 1911-pattern pistols from 1933, of which the Model VII was one of the larger-calibre .38 Super / 9mm Largo service offerings.