This video explores rare Estonian sniper rifles from the 1930s, featuring an Enfield P14 converted to 7.62x54R and a Type 38 Arisaka converted to .303 British. The description details how the Estonian military utilized a mixed arsenal, with an emphasis on civilian shooting community influence for marksman rifles. These unique sporterized rifles, produced by the Tallinn Arsenal, featured heavy barrels, diopter sights, and pistol grips. The video highlights their extreme rarity, with only 1,170 in military inventory by 1939, and notes these examples were found hidden during home renovations. Thanks are extended to the Estonian War Museum for access.
This video explores the history and development of Estonia's Arsenal Tallinn SMG, a submachine gun designed in the 1920s based on the German MP18.I. It details the firearm's specifications, including its blowback operation, progressive trigger, and 9x20mm Browning semi-rimmed cartridge. The production numbers, distribution to Estonian military and police forces, and attempted conversion to 9x19mm are discussed. The video highlights the rarity of surviving examples and mentions their eventual sale, with many going to Spain. The presenter thanks the Estonian War Museum for access to the example shown.
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