This video explores rare Estonian sniper rifles from the 1930s, featuring an Enfield P14 converted to 7.62x54R and a Type 38 Arisaka converted to .303 British. The description details how the Estonian military utilized a mixed arsenal, with an emphasis on civilian shooting community influence for marksman rifles. These unique sporterized rifles, produced by the Tallinn Arsenal, featured heavy barrels, diopter sights, and pistol grips. The video highlights their extreme rarity, with only 1,170 in military inventory by 1939, and notes these examples were found hidden during home renovations. Thanks are extended to the Estonian War Museum for access.
This "History Primer" video from C&Rsenal delves into the Shanxi Type 6-5 Infantry Rifle. Othais and Mae provide a comprehensive look at the rifle's history, functionality, and include a live-fire demonstration. The video is part of a series that covers historical firearms from different conflicts. Supporting materials like books and merchandise are linked in the description, along with information on sponsors like Ballistol USA.
This video explores the Arisaka Type 2 TERA, a specialized rifle developed for Imperial Japanese paratroopers during World War II. The description details the Arisaka rifle's lineage from the Type 30, 38, and 99 models, highlighting their robustness and reliability. It emphasizes the Type 2's unique takedown mechanism, designed for portability and ease of reassembly for airborne operations in the Pacific Theater. The text also touches upon the post-war phasing out of Arisaka rifles in favor of modern firearms and their historical significance.
This video details the history and production of the Chinese Type 50, a derivative of the Soviet PPSh-41 submachine gun. It traces the weapon's origins to the Mukden Arsenal in Japanese-occupied Manchuria and its subsequent production under the Chinese Communist Party. The narrative highlights the town of Bei'an, which became known as "Gun City" due to its heavy weapons manufacturing. The video discusses the production scale-up in response to the Korean War and notes subtle differences between the Type 50 and the original PPSh-41, praising the quality of Chinese manufacturing. It also briefly mentions other firearms produced at the facilities, including the Type 38 Arisaka, Type 24 Mauser, and an M1 Carbine project.
This YouTube video focuses on the Japanese Type 38 Arisaka rifle. The description directs viewers to a longer documentary on the same topic, with links to support the creator via Patreon and Substar, and to purchase merchandise. The content appears to be an in-depth look at this specific historical firearm.
This video explores the history and characteristics of Finnish Arisaka rifles, which were a significant firearm presence in Finland after its independence. The rifles, primarily Type 30, Type 35, and Type 38 variants, were originally acquired by Russia from Japan during the Russo-Japanese War and later supplied to Finland. The description details their use by the Finnish Civil Guard, modifications made by Finnish users (including SIG barrels and magazine release alterations), and the distinctive overstamped Tokyo Arsenal insignia.
This video showcases first-person shooting experiences with a diverse array of firearms from World War I, World War II, and other eras. The content provides a direct view of the operation of historical and some modern weapons, highlighting their functionality. The video is structured in parts, with links to previous installments provided in the description, indicating a series of historical firearm demonstrations.
This video presents a real-life comparison of firearms featured in the video game Battlefield 1. The creator showcases their personal collection, displaying numerous iconic World War I era firearms such as the Model 1900, M97 Trench Gun, Gewehr 98, Mosin-Nagant M91, and M1911, among others. The video aims to demonstrate the real-world counterparts to the virtual weapons seen in the popular game, offering enthusiasts a glimpse into historical firearms.
This video showcases the Japanese Type 38 Arisaka rifle in a "Run and Gun" course. The description highlights the rifle's renowned strength, referencing post-WWII tests that deemed it the strongest among Arisakas. The video aims to evaluate if a strong action translates to excellent performance in a dynamic shooting scenario. It also includes a link to a separate video addressing ammunition problems, and thanks Ventura Munitions for their support. TFBTV's Patreon page is also promoted.
This video analyzes the Japanese Type 97 Sniper Rifle, the most common Japanese sniper rifle of World War II. It details its origins as a modified Type 38 Arisaka, its 2.5x side-mounted telescopic sight with factory zero and no external adjustments, and its chambering in the 6.5x50SR Japanese cartridge. The description highlights the cartridge's low-smoke and low-flash characteristics, making it difficult to spot, and its mild report. It also notes that most surviving examples in the US have mismatched scopes, often resulting in poor accuracy.
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