This video from Forgotten Weapons showcases a fascinating Royal Irish Constabulary (RIA) find: a Mannlicher 1888 rifle that has been field-modified into a carbine and adapted to accept a Type 30 Japanese Arisaka bayonet. The presenter speculates the modifications likely occurred in China during the 1910s or 1920s. The video highlights the unique nature of this custom firearm, often seen with firearms that have undergone battlefield or post-service modifications.
This video features an interview with author Bin Shih, an expert on Chinese firearms from the Second Sino-Japanese War (WWII). The discussion covers the state of Chinese weapon manufacturing in the 1930s and 40s, and explores specific firearms such as Mauser-type bolt action rifles, grenade launchers, and the Broomhandle Mauser pistol. Bin Shih's new book on the subject is also promoted.
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