Handgun Manufacturing in World War I

This chapter explores the urgent need for reliable handguns during World War I, detailing the expansion of production from a small manufacturer to a large-scale operation. It examines challenges in quality and reliability that arose from subcontracting, especially concerning the Ruby pistol's widespread distribution. Additionally, the chapter discusses the intersection of the arms market with regional struggles in China and Spain, highlighting the implications of international arms trade on military advancements.