Videos tagged with Rasheed Carbine

This video explores the rare "Baghdad" carbine, an Iraqi-manufactured copy of the Egyptian Rasheed carbine. Introduced in 1974 or 1975 and produced until 1978, approximately 9,000 to 10,000 units were made. The video highlights the scarcity of information and surviving examples of this firearm, with only a handful known in the United States. The discussion delves into the limited production numbers, the mystery surrounding the fate of the majority of these carbines, and the historical context of Iraq-Egypt relations at the time.

This YouTube #Shorts video provides a quick look at the Rasheed carbine, often mistaken for an Egyptian SKS. The creator humorously notes that despite the title, the firearm is actually Swedish. The description also includes links to their other shorts, social media, and a list of companies they collaborate with, offering discount codes for some.

This video delves into the rare 'Baghdad' rifle, potentially Iraq's first mass-produced service rifle. It explores its connection to the Egyptian Rasheed carbine, noting shared tooling and design elements like the safety toggle blocks. Key differences highlighted include the buttplate cleaning kit cavity and stock wood. The video touches upon the rifle's production years (1969-1977) and mentions the Eagle of Saladin as an Iraqi acceptance mark, contrasting with some Rasheed markings. The rarity of the Baghdad rifle in both the US and Iraq is emphasized, with limited confirmed sightings and unverified production figures of around 2,000 units. The content is presented in collaboration with Machine Gun Dad and aims to document historic firearms.

This video provides a detailed analysis of the Egyptian Hakim service rifle, a licensed production of the Swedish Ljungman AG-42. It highlights key modifications made by Egypt, including changes to grasping grooves, a removable muzzle brake, an adjustable gas system, and the absence of a cleaning rod. The description debunks the common assertion of the Hakim's widespread use in the 1956 Suez Crisis, suggesting limited production numbers at the time and a greater reliance on Soviet SKS and Czech Vz.52 rifles. The video also touches upon the Hakim's presence in Yemen and Iraq, and its availability on the US surplus market. Production overlap with the Rasheed carbine is noted, with an estimated total manufacture between 70,000-80,000 units.

This video provides a deep dive into two Egyptian semi-automatic rifles from the mid-20th century: the Hakim and the Rasheed Carbine. The Hakim is described as an 11lb rifle, a scaled-down version of which became the Rasheed, chambered in 7.62x39mm. The content touches on their origins, including the influence of Swedish engineers and the repurposing of leftover WWII supplies. The description also includes links to cleaning products and social media channels, with a disclaimer regarding responsible firearm ownership and legal compliance.

This video features the Iraqveteran8888 channel taking an Egyptian Rasheed carbine to the range for a hands-on experience. The content promises a discussion of the rifle's features and historical background, highlighting its rarity. Viewers are encouraged to stay tuned for future content. The description also includes affiliate links for Amazon, Patreon, USCCA, and other related channels and websites.

This video segment from American Rifleman Television's "I Have This Old Gun" series focuses on the Rasheed Carbine rifle. The content explores a specific firearm, providing historical or technical information relevant to firearms enthusiasts. The segment likely delves into the characteristics, history, and potential significance of this particular rifle model.