This video takes an in-depth look at the iconic 1894 Winchester lever-action rifle, often referred to as the "30-30". The description highlights its significance as the first commercial smokeless sporting cartridge rifle and its enduring legacy, noting that it is still in use today. The video aims to explore what made this rifle so successful.
This Q&A session, filmed in Finland, features Mike and Fabien from the Bloke on the Range YouTube channel joining the host. The discussion covers a wide range of historical and modern firearms, including early smokeless rifles, Swiss straight-pull rifles (like the Stgw 57), comparing the Stgw 57 with the FAMAS, and discussing "bring backs" in Europe. They also touch upon Swiss gun laws, the perception of the Bloke on the Range channel, and compare various rifle platforms such as the P14/M1917 and SMLE/No4, and FAL vs G3. Ammunition prices, availability in Europe, and recommendations for new shooters are also addressed. Specific calibers like .303 and 7.5x55 are debated, along with modifying sporterized SMLEs. The conversation delves into Switzerland's decision not to adopt NATO calibers, surprising firearms, non-military manufacturers of SMLE parts, the impact of hollow point bans on 9mm vs larger handgun calibers in Switzerland, and the best breech-loading conversion systems. The video also promotes the Bloke on the Range and Forgotten Weapons Patreon pages and merchandise.
This video delves into Germany's initial foray into smokeless carbines with the Kar 88 and Gewehr 91, introduced after the smokeless Gewehr 88 commission rifle. It highlights the need for modern cavalry carbines, replacing older single-shot models and captured Chassepots. The Kar 88's design for cavalry use and its subsequent adaptation for artillery crews with the Gewehr 91 (adding a stacking rod) are discussed. The video also notes their eventual obsolescence before World War I, their widespread reissue during the conflict for support troops, and their final disappearance from military service due to post-war arms limitations.
This WWI Primer episode from C&Rsenal delves into the history, function, and live-fire demonstration of the German Gewehr 1888, also known as the "Commission Rifle." The rifle, Germany's first smokeless powder firearm, fired the 7.92x57mm cartridge and had a 5-round capacity. It played a secondary role in WWI for Germany and a more active role in the Ottoman Empire. The video features insights from Othais and Mae, with contributions from The Great War, DrakeGmbH (ammunition), Shoot Logic (range), Melissa Hyman (music), and Georgy (archival). Support for the channel is available through Patreon, SubscribeStar, and merchandise.
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