This video delves into French rifle ammunition, specifically the 8mm Lebel and 7.5mm French cartridges. It details the historical development of the 8mm Lebel, from its origins as a necked-down 11mm Gras to various bullet types (flat-nosed, spitzer, lead-cored, solid brass) and loadings designed for different firearm types and performance needs, including the crucial warning about the 1932 'N' loading. The evolution of the 7.5mm French cartridge is also covered, highlighting the safety issue with 8mm Mauser and the subsequent adoption of the rimless 7.5x54mm as the standard until the 1970s.
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