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From the Vault: German StG 44 & Volkssturmgewehr Rifles

From the Vault: German StG 44 & Volkssturmgewehr Rifles

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Published on June 9, 2023
Duration: 7:45

This video from the Rock Island Auction Company vault features two rare German World War II rifles: the StG 44 and the Volkssturmgewehr VG1-5. The StG 44 is presented with its original, rare optic calibrated for the 8mm Kurz cartridge and in superb condition, highlighting its innovative design elements that influenced later firearms like the AR-15 and AK-47. The VG1-5, a weapon of desperation, is also chambered in 8mm Kurz, uses StG 44 magazines, and features a stamped receiver and a delayed blowback system, though its complexity is noted as a sign of German over-engineering. The video discusses the rifles' origins, technical specifications, and historical context.

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