Videos tagged with Vetterli Rifle

This YouTube video segment provides a look at the Italian Vetterli-Carcano 1870/87/15 rifle. It is noted as a portion of a larger "Primer" episode, with a link provided for viewers interested in more content. The creator also offers links to support their work through Patreon, SubscribeStar, and their online shop for merchandise. The video focuses on a specific historical firearm.

This video explores the fascinating story of the SS John Grafton and its cargo of surplus Vetterli rifles intended for revolutionaries in Russia during the Russo-Japanese War. The ship ran aground in Finland, leading to a "tragic boating accident" where local divers salvaged the weapons. The description details the plot's failure to incite a revolt and the subsequent use of these Vetterli rifles primarily as civilian hunting firearms in Finland, with some other smuggled arms like C96 Mausers and Webley revolvers seeing more combat. The video features a Vetterli rifle loaned by a viewer in Finland.

This video delves into the fascinating history and specifics of the Papal States Rolling Block rifle, a variant of the popular Remington Rolling Block. The presenter details its adoption by the Papal States in the 1860s following a significant military defeat. The video highlights the three different models adopted: rifles, carbines, and musketoons, with a focus on the latter. It notes that these firearms were manufactured by the Nagant Brothers in Liege and are identifiable by the Papal crest. The short service life of these rifles due to political events in 1870 is discussed, along with their eventual fate, including transfer to the Italian Army and subsequent military aid to Ethiopia. The production quality is good, with clear visuals and detailed explanations, making it highly relevant for firearms enthusiasts interested in historical military arms.

This YouTube video, titled 'Clips: How to Fit a Whole Cleaning Rod in a Half Sized Stock,' is a short review derived from more in-depth content from the C&Rsenal channel. It focuses on a specific firearm maintenance or modification technique related to fitting a cleaning rod into a stock. The video directs viewers to their Patreon, Subscribestar, and merchandise shop for support, and links to a full-length episode on the Italian Vetterli 1870/87/15 rifle. The content appears to be educational for firearm enthusiasts interested in historical firearms and their maintenance.

This YouTube Shorts video provides a quick overview of an Italian 1870/87/15 Vetterli Carcano rifle chambered in 6.5x52mm. The creator acquired the firearm recently and offers a brief look at their new addition to their gun collection. The video is categorized as a gun review.

This video provides an in-depth look at the Swiss 1897 Schmidt-Rubin Kadettengewehr Training Rifle. It details the rifle's historical context, explaining its adoption by Swiss cadet corps as a replacement for older Vetterli carbines. The description highlights the rifle's single-shot design, its lineage from the Schmidt-Rubin 1889/96 action, and its production numbers. A key feature discussed is the innovative rear sight, calibrated for both standard Army GP90 rounds and a reduced cadet load, allowing for matched trajectories despite different ranges.

This documentary from C&Rsenal's WWI Primer series delves into the history, function, and live-fire demonstration of the Italian Vetterli 1870/87/15 rifle. The video features Othais and Mae as hosts, with additional contributions from The Great War channel, Rock Island Auction, DrakeGmbH for ammunition data, and original music by Melissa Hyman. Support for the channel is encouraged through Patreon, SubscribeStar, and merchandise purchases.

This video is a book review of Robert Wilsey's "The Italian Vetterli Rifle: Development, Variants, and History in Service." The review highlights the book's comprehensive coverage of the Vetterli rifle's evolution, from its single-shot origins to its 1870/87/15 modifications and eventual conversion for WWI service with the 6.5mm Carcano cartridge and Mannlicher magazines. It details various configurations, experimental work, and technical aspects like sights and safeties. The book also covers ammunition, bayonets, accessories, manufacturing factories, and the rifle's service in numerous global conflicts. The reviewer emphasizes that despite the common perception of these rifles being unsafe, the book provides a more respectful and detailed history.

This YouTube video from C&Rsenal features an animation designed to illustrate the magazine feeding mechanism of the Swiss Vetterli rifle. The animation provides a clear, visual explanation of how the rifle's magazine system operates. The description also includes links to C&Rsenal's Patreon and SubscribeStar pages for viewers who wish to support their content creation.