This video examines the patent model of the Mauser "Zigzag" revolver, a significant early handgun design from the Mauser brothers. It highlights the unique hinged-frame construction and, most notably, its chambering for the original, rare Mauser revolver cartridge – a scaled-down, bottlenecked version of the 11mm Mauser rifle round. The presenter contrasts this with the later production models, which used a straight-wall cartridge after military preference changed. The video also showcases an example of the rare cartridge itself and thanks the Liege Arms Museum and the Paul Mauser Archive for their assistance.
This video provides a book review of 'Deadly Beauties: Rare German Handguns,' a two-volume photographic collection covering German pistols from 1871 to 1945. The review highlights the book's focus on detailed photography of rare and collectible firearms, with brief written sections. It lists specific models featured in both volumes, including various Luger, Mauser, and Walther pistols, with a particular emphasis on historical significance and design development. Links to purchase the books and related merchandise are provided.
This video provides an in-depth look at the Mauser C77 (Construktion 1877) single-shot pistol, the Mauser brothers' initial attempt at a commercial or military handgun. Despite its obsolescence by 1877, the C77 found a niche as a target pistol due to its complex falling block action, which allowed for automatic ejection and breech closure. Chambered for the 10.6mm Imperial German revolver cartridge, it featured good sights but a heavy double-action-only trigger. The video also briefly mentions other Mauser firearms for comparison, including revolvers and rifles, and links to the creator's Patreon and merchandise.
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