Description
Item Description
Bryant Ridge Co. is pleased to present this double-action revolver for a penny-start auction, this is the Llama M16.
Please Note: this example is in NON-functional condition, the hammer will not cock back and the cylinder will not spin or swing out.
SPECIFICATIONS:
Manufacturer: Llama
Model: M16
Serial: 700740
Caliber: .22LR
Finish: Blued
Barrel Length: 2"
Optics/Sights: Fixed Front Ramp with Integral Square-Notch Rear
Stock/Grips: Checkered Hardwood Grips with Llama Medallions
Action: Double-Action
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Llama M16 double-action revolver is a Spanish-made service-style revolver produced by Llama-Gabilondo y Cía SA that reflected the company’s effort to compete in the global market for affordable defensive and police handguns during the mid-to-late 20th century. Manufactured in Spain, the M16 was typically chambered in .38 Special and built as a medium-frame double-action/single-action revolver intended for law enforcement, security, civilian defense, and export sales. One of the defining characteristics of the revolver was its traditional swing-out cylinder design combined with solid steel construction, giving it a sturdy feel and practical durability for regular carry and shooting use. The revolver generally featured a six-shot cylinder, fixed or adjustable sights depending on variation, exposed hammer, and either blued or nickel finishes paired with checkered wood or synthetic grips. Mechanically, the M16 followed the conventional double-action revolver layout common to service revolvers of the era, allowing shooters to fire rapidly in double-action mode or manually cock the hammer for a lighter and more precise single-action trigger pull. In practical use, the Llama M16 developed a reputation as a functional and affordable revolver that offered respectable reliability and handling at a lower price point than premium American revolvers from manufacturers such as Smith & Wesson or Colt. Shooters often appreciated the revolver’s comfortable grip shape, straightforward manual operation, and robust steel frame, which helped absorb recoil from standard .38 Special loads and made the handgun manageable during extended range sessions.
Model: M16
Serial: 700740
Caliber: .22LR
Finish: Blued
Barrel Length: 2"
Optics/Sights: Fixed Front Ramp with Integral Square-Notch Rear
Stock/Grips: Checkered Hardwood Grips with Llama Medallions
Action: Double-Action
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Llama M16 double-action revolver is a Spanish-made service-style revolver produced by Llama-Gabilondo y Cía SA that reflected the company’s effort to compete in the global market for affordable defensive and police handguns during the mid-to-late 20th century. Manufactured in Spain, the M16 was typically chambered in .38 Special and built as a medium-frame double-action/single-action revolver intended for law enforcement, security, civilian defense, and export sales. One of the defining characteristics of the revolver was its traditional swing-out cylinder design combined with solid steel construction, giving it a sturdy feel and practical durability for regular carry and shooting use. The revolver generally featured a six-shot cylinder, fixed or adjustable sights depending on variation, exposed hammer, and either blued or nickel finishes paired with checkered wood or synthetic grips. Mechanically, the M16 followed the conventional double-action revolver layout common to service revolvers of the era, allowing shooters to fire rapidly in double-action mode or manually cock the hammer for a lighter and more precise single-action trigger pull. In practical use, the Llama M16 developed a reputation as a functional and affordable revolver that offered respectable reliability and handling at a lower price point than premium American revolvers from manufacturers such as Smith & Wesson or Colt. Shooters often appreciated the revolver’s comfortable grip shape, straightforward manual operation, and robust steel frame, which helped absorb recoil from standard .38 Special loads and made the handgun manageable during extended range sessions.
While the fit, finish, and trigger refinement generally did not equal the highest-end American or German revolvers of the same period, the M16 still served effectively as a practical defensive sidearm and became relatively common on surplus and import markets in the United States and other countries. Like many Spanish revolvers of its era, the pistol reflected a blend of traditional revolver engineering and cost-conscious manufacturing methods aimed at producing dependable working firearms for broad commercial distribution. Over time, the Llama M16 gained interest among collectors of Spanish firearms and enthusiasts of vintage service revolvers because of its distinctive European styling and connection to the long history of Spanish handgun production centered in the Basque region. Today, the Llama M16 double-action revolver is regarded as a solid example of mid-century Spanish revolver manufacturing, appreciated for its practicality, classic styling, and role as an affordable defensive revolver from one of Spain’s best-known firearms makers.
Return Policy:
We gladly offer a 3-day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
Return Policy:
We gladly offer a 3-day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
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Return Policy
We gladly offer a 3 day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
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Additional Information
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2026-05-31 21:00:00 |
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