Mauser WW1 Flyer's Rifle: the Flieger Selbstlader Karabiner 1916
This video delves into the Mauser WW1 Flyer's Rifle, officially known as the Flieger Selbstlader Karabiner 1916 (FSK-16). It highlights Paul Mauser's lifelong pursuit of a practical semi-automatic military rifle, detailing the evolution from the 06/08 model to the FSK-16. The description emphasizes its adoption for aerial use, particularly by balloon and Zeppelin crews, due to its large magazine and self-loading action, making it superior to bolt-action rifles in airborne environments. The FSK-16 was designed to be less delicate than earlier infantry prototypes and served during the nascent stages of military aviation before the widespread use of aerial machine guns.














