French Chauchat M1915 Replica Dummy Magazine Prop
Product Description
This faithful replica of the World War I French M1915 Chauchat 20-round magazine is molded directly from an original and recreated with historical accuracy in mind. Cast in a durable, solid-colored resin, the piece has no moving parts and is completely inert — it will not hold live ammunition. The finish, dimensions, and stamped details reproduce the look and size of the original, making it ideal for museum displays, film and theater props, reenactments, and costume work.
Perfect for curators, designers and reenactors who need an authentic appearance without the cost, legal issues, or safety concerns of original hardware. An affordable, safe, and historically respectful addition to any WWI impression or collection.
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Historical Background
The Chauchat (“Show-sha”) was the standard light machine gun—or machine rifle—of the French Army during World War I (1914–1918). Officially designated the Fusil Mitrailleur Modèle 1915 CSRG, it entered regular infantry service in June 1916 and quickly became known among French troops as the FM Chauchat, after Colonel Louis Chauchat, one of its principal designers.
Chambered in 8mm Lebel, the Chauchat was also widely issued to the American Expeditionary Forces (A.E.F.), where it was designated the Automatic Rifle, Model 1915 (Chauchat). Between December 1915 and November 1918, more than 262,000 were produced—making it the most widely manufactured automatic weapon of the First World War.
Beyond France and the United States, the Chauchat saw service with the armies of Belgium, Finland, Greece, Italy, Poland, Romania, Russia, and Serbia, remaining in use well after the war. Despite its mixed reputation in the field, the Chauchat represented a major step toward portable automatic firepower on the modern battlefield.
