This video delves into the history and specifics of two short-barreled Swiss firearms: the M1900 Short Rifle and the M1905 Cavalry Carbine, both based on the Schmidt-Rubin action. It explains the challenges of adapting the long action for carbine use and details the stopgap solution of acquiring Austrian Mannlicher carbines. The video highlights the redesign of the Schmidt-Rubin bolt to shorten the action, leading to the M1900 models. It differentiates the short rifle (intended for auxiliary troops and featuring a bayonet lug) from the cavalry carbine (without a bayonet lug). Finally, it touches upon the 1911 unified carbine update, where many 1900s and 1905s were modified.
This video explores the Stamm-Saurer Model 1913, a rare long-recoil prototype rifle developed in Switzerland. The presenter details Hans Stamm's work at the Saurer company, focusing on this second-pattern semiauto rifle which emerged after his earlier Model 1907 straight-pull rifle was unsuccessful. The prototype was offered to Swiss and Belgian militaries but ultimately rejected, with WWI halting further adoption possibilities. The video also references previous Stamm designs and thanks the Swiss Shooting Museum in Bern for access to the rare firearms.
This video delves into the history and design of the Stamm-Saurer Model 1907, a Swiss straight-pull bolt-action rifle. Developed by Hans Stamm for Saurer, an automotive company venturing into firearms, the rifle was intended to compete in Swiss military trials. Despite facing no technical issues, it was ultimately outcompeted by a more established design from WF Bern. The video discusses Saurer's unsuccessful attempts at domestic adoption and international sales, further hampered by the outbreak of World War I. The presenter expresses gratitude to the Swiss Shooting Museum for access to rare examples of the rifle.
This video explores the fascinating Stamm-Zeller 1902, a Swiss straight-pull rifle design that was ingeniously converted into a semi-automatic system. Developed by Hans Stamm for Zeller et Cie, this rifle featured a long-stroke gas piston and a rotating bolt. Despite its elegant design and potential for adaptation to existing straight-pull actions like the Swiss G96, the Swiss military ultimately rejected it, leading Zeller to discontinue its weapons division. The video highlights the rifle's unique historical context and its potential as a precursor to later self-loading designs, with thanks to the Swiss Shooting Museum for access.
This video offers a virtual tour of the Swiss Shooting Museum (Schweizer Schützenmuseum Bern) in Bern, Switzerland. The museum focuses on the history of Swiss competitive shooting culture and community, housed in a building that predates World War Two. The description notes the museum is currently closed for renovation and will reopen in the fall of 2025 with improved displays. It provides links to the museum's website and the content creator's platforms.
This video offers a virtual tour of the Swiss Shooting Museum in Bern. While specific firearms or calibers are not detailed in the provided information, the title and description strongly indicate a focus on historical firearms and their context within Swiss shooting culture. The content is likely to appeal to history buffs and firearm enthusiasts interested in the evolution and heritage of shooting sports and weaponry.
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