This video from Forgotten Weapons showcases the rare and fascinating detachable WW1 night sights fitted to a German Gewehr 98 and a British SMLE rifle. Introduced in 1916 by Germany, Britain, and France, these luminous sights were a significant technological advancement for nighttime operations during the Great War. The video also briefly mentions a metal muzzle cover device present on the SMLE. It offers a historical and technical look at these early night-fighting firearm accessories.
This video explores a rare WWI German Mauser rifle modified with a trench periscope stock, allowing shooters to fire from cover without exposing themselves. It also features clamp-on luminous sights for night shooting and an extended 25-round fixed magazine for increased sustained fire. The rifle's trench stock is a factory-made item, but it requires manual bolt cycling after each shot, unlike more complex versions. The presenter highlights the ingenuity of trench warfare modifications, noting that these trench stocks are uncommon and were difficult to bring home as souvenirs.
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