This is a very fine example of a rare Mannlicher "Short" Model 1905 self-loading pistol. These could be technically called their "compact" model as they used a shortened/reduced frame and upper receiver/barrel area that functioned and operated exactly like the large Model 1905 pistol. It has the same markings of the larger model with the left side marked "WAFFENFABRIK/STEYR" and the right marked "SYSTEM/MANNLICHER." It has the fixed blade front sight, and the "V" notch rear sight is machined into the very rear of the slide between the serrated areas. It is numbered "1865" on the underside of the frame extension, left side of the barrel and chamber. It is fitted with serrated walnut grips.