This video focuses on the rare Model 1902 Luger, specifically highlighting its unique cartridge counter feature. The description notes the historical significance, with 50 original units supplied to the US Army for trials in 1904. These highly collectible firearms are valued in the $100k range. The video also mentions that Mauser recently produced 250 commemorative replicas, which are available for around $4k and are featured on the Legacy Collectibles site. Links to the Patreon, podcast 'Flak & Fubar', and Legacy's Instagram are provided.
This video explores the history and specifications of the Powell's Cartridge Counter Luger, a unique variant of the Luger pistol. It details the US Army's initial trials with the 7.65mm Luger, their dissatisfaction with the caliber, and Georg Luger's subsequent development of the 9mm version. The description highlights a specific deal where 50 US 7.65mm pistols were swapped for 50 new 9mm models, which were required to be fitted with Graham Powell's innovative cartridge counter grip system. The video also touches upon the US Army's eventual preference for a .45 caliber pistol following the Thompson-La Garde tests and Luger's later attempts to interest the US with a duplex load and a .45 ACP redesign.
This video delves into the history and unique features of the Alkar Cartridge Counter pistol chambered in .25 ACP. It highlights the founding of Alkartasuna SA by former Astra employees and their pivot to firearms production, particularly during WWI. The description emphasizes the Alkar pistol's unusual grip safety and its innovative cartridge counting system, featuring viewing windows on the grip that numerically indicate the remaining rounds, including a '?' for an empty magazine with a round possibly still in the chamber. The pistol was likely subcontracted to minimize tooling costs, and its .25 ACP blowback action is noted.
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