DEACTIVATED INERT. The Bergmann–Bayard Model 1903 was adopted by the Spanish Army in 1905 as the Pistola Bergmann de 9 mm Modelo 1903. This ammunition was used in the Bergmann–Bayard Model 1903, 1908, 1910 and 1910/21 series of automatic pistols. The majority of these pistols were used by the Spanish Army and the cartridge became known as the 9mm largo. This is a box of 25 rounds of 9mm Bergmann–Bayard (9x23) automatic pistol. The box is wrapped in a Gevelot monogram cover with a cream label on the top. The label is printed in black 25 CARTOUCHES POUR Pistelet Automatique “BAYARD” Calbe 9m/m fabrication francaise Gevolot 50.Rue Ampere. PARIS 9227. The rounds have a brass cartridge case with a brass percussion primer with a red primer annulus and are headstamped S.F.M. a star GG in a monogram and a star (Société Française des Munitions), a French manufacturer based in Paris. The company was founded in the late 19th century, it was a prominent producer of ammunition, particularly known for its headstamp S.F.M. combined with a back-to-back "GG" logo, indicating a relationship with Gevelot and Gaupillat. The rounds have a round nosed bullet with a red case neck sealant. The price for this early box of rounds includes UK delivery and no licence is required to possess this inert ammunition in the UK if retained as part of a collection or display. O 2316