This video delves into the Colt Automatic Machine Rifle, Model of 1919, presenting it as the first commercial BAR. It highlights its development after WWI secrecy, its near-identicality to the M1918 military version with minor differences, and its initial sales figures. The description details various calibers it was chambered in, including 6.5mm for FN export, .30-06, 7.92mm Mauser, 7.65mm Mauser, 7mm Mauser, and .303 British for UK trials. It also notes that the featured example was rebuilt into an M1918A2 configuration, suggesting it's a project for restoration to its original Model 1919 state.
This video dives into the Remington-Lee Model 1899, the final iteration of the Remington Lee Military Rifle. It highlights the rifle's redesign for smokeless powder ammunition, featuring a new detachable bolt head with enhanced locking lugs. The description outlines production numbers for various entities, including the Michigan National Guard, Cuban Rural Guard, and commercial models, and lists the calibers offered, such as .30 U.S.A. (.30-40), 7mm Mauser, 7.65mm Mauser, .303 British, and 6mm Lee Navy.
This video focuses on the gunsmithing process of a 7mm Mauser stalking rifle, specifically detailing steam bending and checkering. The creator explicitly states this is not a tutorial and warns against attempting the work without proper skills, highlighting the challenging nature of the task. Support for the creator's work is also directed to their Patreon page.
In this "From the Vault" episode, Brownells' Roy Hill showcases a rare Chilean Model 1935 Mauser rifle. He acquired the rifle after finding several hundred rounds of 7mm Mauser ammunition and discovered it at the Brownells Retail Store. This variant of the Mauser 98 was manufactured in Germany by Mauser-Werke specifically for the Carabineros de Chile, with only about 10,000 units produced. Roy's rifle, serial number 405, is in excellent condition with well-preserved markings. He provides a detailed walkaround, highlighting the rifle's features, including its original sling and a period-appropriate, though non-original, bayonet.
This video explores the unique history of a Remington Rolling Block rifle that was originally part of the armament for the USS Niagara. The ship, acquired by the US Navy in 1898 and converted into a water distillery and supply ship, was famously outfitted by wealthy private citizens, including William Randolph Hearst, for the Spanish-American War effort. The rifles, chambered in 7mm Mauser and engraved with 'NIAGARA,' were purchased by Francis Bannerman after the ship was decommissioned and sold for scrap, with Bannerman listing them in his catalogs until 1927.
This YouTube video is the second part of a July 2018 Q&A session covering a wide range of firearms-related topics. Viewers inquire about the adequacy of snub nose and .380 pistols for self-defense, personal firearm preferences, military caliber shifts to 6.5 Creedmoor, the effectiveness of modernized lever-action shotguns for home defense, and the potential comeback of piston ARs. Other questions explore optics-mounted pistols, scientific comparisons of AK and AR variants, the use of suppressors and subsonic ammunition by troops, considerations for 2-gun competition pistols, the rationale behind cleaning and lubrication obsessions in the firearms community, opinions on the 5.7 cartridge, required proficiency for concealed carry, sniper doctrine, carbine weight and durability, multiple sighting systems, the effectiveness of lever-action vs. semi-auto rifles, recoil management of the Desert Tech MDR, the suitability of the Walther PPK/S for CCW, the performance difference between 7mm and 8mm Mauser, the validity of gel tests for bullet performance, NFA item deregulation, training course recommendations, comparisons between the M1 Garand and M1A, preferred stage props for competitions, altered reality sighting systems, and magazine release methods. The session also includes a lighthearted question about preferences for Ginger or Mary Ann and personal childhood aspirations.
This video provides an educational and historical overview of a 1916 Spanish Mauser rifle manufactured by Fabrica De Armas in Oviedo, Spain. The rifle is chambered in 7mm Mauser (7mmx57) and is highlighted as a valuable collector's item, suitable for hunting, or as a display piece. The description emphasizes the video's educational and historical intent, and includes disclaimers about safe handling and professional supervision during recording. Links for support and merchandise are also provided.
This video dives into the history and significance of the 7x57mm Mauser cartridge, highlighting its role as the progenitor for many modern cartridges sharing similar case head dimensions, including the .308, 7mm-08, .243, 6mm Remington, .270 Winchester, and .280 Remington. The description emphasizes the cartridge's mild recoil, accuracy, and effectiveness on large game, citing Jack O'Connor's praise for its suitability for hunting worldwide.
This video examines four different examples of the Mondragon 1908 semiautomatic rifle, the first of its kind adopted by a mainstream military. The description details its design by Manuel Mondragon, manufacture by SIG in Switzerland, and initial adoption by the Mexican Army. The video will showcase a prototype from 1900, a Mexican-issue 1908 with accessories, a WWI-era German rebarreled example in 8mm Mauser, and a SIG-updated unsold rifle. The description highlights the rifle's early reliability issues with Mexican-produced ammunition, though it performed well with European-made rounds.
This video delves into the Holek Automat, a semiautomatic sporting rifle designed by Emmanuel Holek. The description highlights Emmanuel's familial ties to the designers of famous ZB machine guns and his own venture after leaving the Brno factory. Despite being chambered in popular calibers like 8mm Mauser and 7mm Mauser, the Automat's commercial success was limited, partly due to its production during World War II. The video emphasizes the rifle's clever and simple design, particularly its ease of disassembly.
This video provides an in-depth look at the Type 92 Japanese Heavy Machine Gun, tracing its lineage back to the French Hotchkiss Model 1897. The description highlights its evolution through various Japanese military designations, its mechanical similarities to the Type 11 LMG, and its feeding mechanism using 30-round strips. Despite modern perceptions, the video emphasizes the Type 92's reliability, accuracy, and effectiveness. A unique feature of the displayed example is its 7mm Mauser barrel, originating from a South American contract. The video also mentions a prototyped lightened upgrade, the Type 1 (1941), which never entered production.
This video discusses the Model of 1941 Johnson's Automatic Rifle, also known as the "Johnson Automatic". It highlights the rifle's robustness and quality but notes its eventual overshadowing by the M1 Garand. The description emphasizes the Johnson Automatic's collectible status as a military surplus long gun, with less than 200,000 units produced, including Venezuelan contracts. The video includes standard disclaimers regarding safety, legality, and its documentary/educational/entertainment purpose.
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