Videos tagged with Tula Arsenal

This video focuses on the Russian SKS semi-automatic rifle, detailing its design by Sergei Gavrilovich Simonov in the 1940s. The description highlights its permanent folding bayonet and hinged magazine, noting its obsolescence in the Soviet military with the advent of the AK-47 but continued use by border troops and reserve units. It also mentions extensive Soviet production and widespread manufacturing and export by China and other Eastern Bloc nations. The SKS's appeal to insurgent forces and its significant presence on the North American civilian market since 1988 as a hunting and sporting rifle are also covered.

This video delves into the history and design of the Makarov PB, a specialized silenced variant of the Makarov pistol introduced in 1967 for covert KGB operations. The description highlights significant design modifications, including a two-part silencer and relocated recoil spring, while retaining the 9x18mm Makarov caliber and standard magazines. The video acknowledges the scarcity of official information and production numbers for the PB, suggesting it might still be in production. Gratitude is extended to the IRCGN for providing access to film this rare firearm.

This "American Rifleman Television" segment features a deep dive into the M1895 Nagant Revolver, adopted by Imperial Russia in the 1890s. The video highlights its unique gas-sealing mechanism, designed by Belgian Leon Nagant, which allowed for increased muzzle velocity by preventing gas leakage. It discusses the 7.62mm bottleneck wadcutter cartridge, the revolver's historically cumbersome single-action loading process, and its notoriously heavy trigger pull. The segment also touches upon the quality variations between early Belgian-made and later Russian-produced models, including refurbished examples. The M1895 Nagant remains a popular and affordable military-surplus collectible, though ammunition can be challenging to find.

This video focuses on the SKS rifle, specifically the 1951 Tula variant. The title suggests an in-depth look at this particular firearm, likely covering its history, specifications, and potentially its performance or handling. Given the specific model and year mentioned, the content is expected to appeal to collectors and enthusiasts of Soviet-era firearms.

This video explores the Kholodovskii Mosin Nagant, a 1912 Russian ordnance project aimed at improving the M91. Lieutenant-General Kholodovskii and the Tula Arsenal attempted to create a lighter, more accurate, and shooter-friendly rifle with features like aluminum parts, a fluted barrel, and an improved safety. Despite an ambitious design, the project faced delays and showed little benefit in trials, leading to its abandonment by 1916 with only a few hundred units produced. The content highlights the rarity of this prototype and acknowledges research by Matt Martin, with access to a rare example from the Royal Museum of the Armed Forces and Military History in Brussels.

This "From the Vault" episode from Brownells Gun Techs Keith Ford and Steve Ostrem features a detailed look at a rare Tula Arsenal Smith & Wesson No. 3 Russian revolver manufactured in 1886. The video highlights distinctive Russian features like the grip frame 'knuckle' and finger hook. It discusses the revolver's robust construction, break-top action, automatic ejection, and its original chambering in .44 Russian, comparing it to other calibers like .44-40, .44 Henry, and .45 Schofield. The presenter emphasizes the high quality of Tula-made revolvers, manufactured on German DWM machinery, and their historical significance, noting they were more numerous than Colt SAA revolvers before 1900. The video concludes by stressing the rarity and desirability of these Russian-made No. 3s in the US market.

This video from Brownells Gun Tech features firearm historian Keith Ford showcasing the Nagant M1895 revolver. The presentation highlights its unique gas-sealed system, which allows for suppressor attachment, a feature not typically found on revolvers. Ford also discusses its origin in Belgium and subsequent production in Russia, its longevity in service, and its somewhat complex single-action-like ejection process. The "dirty secret" of its trigger pull is also mentioned.

This video delves into the NKVD Officer's Model Nagant Revolver, a compact variant of the M1895. Produced by the Tula Arsenal from 1924 to 1932, approximately 25,000 of these shorter-barreled (85mm) and shorter-gripped revolvers were manufactured. They were intended for concealed carry by individuals like NKVD agents and customs officers. The description also includes links to the presenter's Patreon, Floatplane channel, merchandise store, and a recommended YouTube channel from Legacy Collectibles.

This video delves into the history and production of the Smith & Wesson No. 3 Russian Model revolvers manufactured at the Tula Arsenal in Russia. The Russian government was a significant buyer of these revolvers, with over 300,000 acquired directly from S&W and through Ludwig Loewe. By the 1880s, Tula Arsenal began licensed production, yielding approximately 35,000 units between 1886 and 1893. The description highlights the transition to the Model 1895 Nagant revolver as the successor.