Lever-Delayed Prototype SMG: The MAS Mle 1948 Series
This video explores the lever-delayed prototype SMG series from the French MAS (Manufacture d'armes de Saint-Étienne) developed in 1948. While the Tulle MAT-49 eventually won the adoption competition, the MAS design showcased an interesting lever-delayed system, reminiscent of later FAMAS rifles. The content covers various prototypes, highlighting differences in stock design and barrel length, and discusses their performance in trials, noting the complexity and cost of the lever-delayed action compared to simpler blowback systems. Access to these prototypes was granted by the IRCGN.












