Videos tagged with MAS 49

This video showcases the MAS 49/56, identified as the last French battle rifle. The content focuses on shooting and experiencing this historical firearm chambered in 7.5 French.

This video showcases a rare prototype French MAS-49 SMG chambered in .45 ACP. The description details the historical context of the MAS-49 program as a replacement for the MAS-38, noting that the MAT-49 was the eventual winner. The St Etienne arsenal's lever-delayed design is highlighted, along with the unusual existence of .45 ACP variants. The content acknowledges the IRCGN (Institut de Recherche Criminelle de la Gendarmerie Nationale) for granting access to film this unique firearm.

This Q&A session covers a wide range of firearms topics, addressing audience questions on various historical and modern firearms, calibers, and industry trends. Discussions include the scarcity of .380 ACP military pistols, the NGSW program, the USSR's SKS design choices, and the effectiveness of the Mosin Nagant. The video also delves into specific firearms like the DP12, Krag, Trapdoor Springfield, FAL, MAS-49, Lebel, L85A3, and 1911 variants, alongside concepts like magazine coupling, bipod design, and the impact of 3D printing on arms collecting. Forgotten Weapons' team structure, future projects, and personal firearm preferences are also discussed.

This video delves into the evolution of French battle rifles, specifically focusing on the MAS 49-56. It highlights the improvements made from the earlier MAS 49, driven by the adoption of NATO-compatible 22mm rifle grenades. Key modifications discussed include the addition of a gas cutoff to protect the action, repositioning of the gas port, and shortening of the barrel and handguard for better handling. The MAS 49-56 served as France's standard infantry rifle until the FAMAS was adopted in 1979. The description also promotes the author's book, "Chassepot to FAMAS: French Military Rifles 1866-2016", and mentions Patreon and merchandise links.

This video provides an in-depth look at the MAS 49, a French military service rifle that succeeded the MAS 44. It details the MAS 49's development, addressing shortcomings of its predecessor like the lack of rifle grenade launching and optics mounting capabilities. The video highlights key features of the MAS 49, including its scope mounting dovetail and grenade launching muzzle device. It also mentions the rifle's production numbers and its eventual replacement by the MAS 49-56. The description also promotes the author's book on French military rifles and links to a Patreon page and merchandise store.

This video delves into the French Modele 37 (Mle 37) 50mm grenade launcher, a lightweight mortar developed in response to post-WWI modernization plans. Initiated in 1924, the project faced significant delays, only gaining momentum in the late 1930s due to the looming threat of war. Designed by Captain Nahan, the weapon was adopted in 1937 and saw substantial orders, though production was cut short by the 1940 armistice. Production resumed after the war, and the Mle 37 was utilized in Indochina. Its 50mm grenade also served as the foundation for subsequent French rifle grenades used on rifles like the MAS-36, MAS-44, and MAS-49. The mortar's projectile weighed approximately 0.4kg, with a range of 80-460 meters and a rate of fire up to 20 rounds per minute.

This video delves into the history and design of the MAS-36 rifle, often misunderstood as an outdated bolt-action in an era of emerging semi-automatics. The description clarifies that it was intended for rear echelon and reserve troops as an economical alternative to more complex self-loading rifles. The video discusses its development alongside the MAS-40, the impact of the German invasion on its intended role, its widespread use during the Battle of France, its service with Free French forces, and its capture and use by German garrisons. Production details, variations (milled vs. stamped components), and total numbers produced are also covered, highlighting its utilitarian design compared to more refined Swiss rifles.