Videos tagged with Kropatschek

This video examines a highly unusual single-shot adaptation of the French Mle 1878 Marine Kropatschek rifle, discovered among standard rifles imported from Ethiopia. Originally a 7-round tubular magazine rifle made by Steyr for the French Navy, this specific example has been modified with a stock that eliminates the magazine well. The video speculates on the reasons for this single-shot conversion, suggesting it might be due to damage and a lack of available spare parts, a plausible scenario for an Ethiopian armorer. The rarity of this particular pattern is highlighted.

This video examines an experimental Gras-Vetterli repeating rifle from the late 19th century, a period when France explored numerous repeating rifle designs. The rifle features a Kropatschek style lifter and tube magazine, combined with a side loading gate similar to the Swiss Vetterli. While the bolt is of the Gras type, the receiver is newly manufactured and not a repurposed Gras receiver. The rifle is marked 'Henry,' hinting at a potential but uncertain connection to New Haven Arms or Winchester. External parts have been restored, but the internal mechanics remain unrestored, with a frozen loader. The exact function of a missing component on the receiver is unknown. The rifle is from the Galerie de Mars reference collection in Paris.

This Q&A episode covers a wide range of firearms-related topics, including C&R licenses, historical firearms like the Hotchkiss revolving cannon and Kropatschek rifle, and modern firearm discussions. It delves into gun depiction in media, the logistics of publishing firearm books, and practical aspects like carbine conversion kits and trench warfare loadouts. The video also touches on optics, government property marks, vintage suppressors, and addresses common criticisms of American AK variants. The discussion extends to personal interests like favorite firearm learnings and future book projects.

This video delves into the history and significance of the 1884 Kropatschek rifle, highlighting its role as a precursor to the iconic Lebel rifle. The description details how the Kropatschek, initially adopted by the French Navy, was adapted for widespread French military production by Albert Close. It explains how the experiences at the Battle of Plevna influenced the military's view on repeating rifles, leading to the Kropatschek's adoption. The video also mentions the production by Chatellerault and St Etienne arsenals and its eventual supersession by the Lebel and smokeless powder technology. It notes that approximately 83,000 Model 1884 rifles were manufactured, forming the foundation for subsequent French military rifle designs.

This video analyzes the French 1878 Marine Kropatschek rifle, a metallic-cartridge repeater adopted by the French Navy. It details the rifle's selection process over other contenders like the Winchester-Hotchkiss and Krag-Petersen, its production by the Austrian Werndl factory, and its chambering in 11mm Gras. The description also highlights its service in French colonies and its role as a precursor to the French-build Model 1884 rifles, with a mention of an upcoming video on the latter. The video promotes a book titled "Chassepot to FAMAS: French Military Rifles 1866-2016".

This YouTube video segment, titled "Minute of Mae: Portuguese Kropatschek 1886," offers a focused look at the Kropatschek 1886 rifle, a specific historical firearm. The description indicates this is a smaller part of a larger "Primer episode," encouraging viewers to seek out the full content via a provided link. The creator also promotes their Patreon, Substack, and merchandise shop for those who enjoy their firearm-related content and wish to offer support.

This video, part two of a WWI Primer documentary, delves into the history, function, and live-fire demonstration of the Kropatschek firearm. Presented by C&Rsenal, the series focuses on firearms from the First World War. The content includes historical context, technical details, and practical aspects of the weapon. The creators express gratitude to specific individuals and organizations for their contributions, including providing 3D models, support through Patreon and Substar, merchandise sales, historical reading materials, range space, auction photos, and ammunition data.

This video from the C&Rsenal WWI Primer series delves into the history, function, and live-fire demonstration of the Kropatschek rifle, a notable firearm from World War I. Hosted by Othais and Mae, the documentary explores the firearm's background as part of the centennial commemoration of the conflict. It encourages viewer support through Patreon and merchandise purchases, and highlights collaborations with 3Darsenals, DrakeGmbH for ammunition data, Rock Island Auction for photos, and Triana Protection for range space. Additional reading resources are also provided.

This video explores the groundbreaking Model 1886 Lebel rifle, recognized as the first military rifle to utilize smokeless powder. It details the rifle's rapid development, driven by a demanding deadline, and its innovative modification of existing designs like the Gras bolt and Kropatschek tube magazine. The Lebel's introduction provided the French infantry with a significant range advantage, marking a pivotal moment in small arms history. The video touches on its mass production and extended service life through both World Wars, solidifying its status as a pioneering military firearm.