Videos tagged with 30-40 Krag

This video provides an expert-level overview of the Krag-Jørgensen carbine, presented by firearms instructor Hickok45. It details the rifle's unique side-loading gate, magazine cut-off, and historical context, including its service with Teddy Roosevelt's Rough Riders and its appearance in 'To Kill a Mockingbird'. The demonstration showcases the carbine's surprising effectiveness on various targets despite its age.

This review covers a sporterized 1898 Krag-Jørgensen rifle, chosen for its range capabilities in historical shooting events. The .30-40 Krag cartridge, the first smokeless powder round for the US military, is discussed alongside the rifle's history and combat limitations. The sporterization process, driven by surplus availability and economic hardship, is highlighted, along with the Krag's unique side-loading rotary magazine and magazine cutoff.

This video features a detailed look at the 1898 Krag Jorgensen rifle in 30-40 Krag caliber. The host highlights its significance as a piece of U.S. military history, showcasing the rifle's features and appeal to collectors. The description also includes links to the host's website, training programs, Patreon, and various social media platforms, along with sponsor mentions and organizational affiliations.

This video tells the personal story of the Winchester Model 1895 rifle chambered in 30-40 Krag, passed down from the presenter's grandfather. It highlights the rifle's history within the family, connecting it to an old cowboy and even serving as inspiration for the names of the presenter's children. The video also briefly mentions the presenter's current clothing loadout, including Magpul and Prometheus Design Werx items, and includes links for merchandise and support.

Jerry Miculek explores the CMP store in Anniston, Alabama, showcasing a massive shipment of 80,000 M-1 Garands from the Philippines. He highlights rare finds like an unissued International Harvester M-1 Garand and a 30-40 Krag, both destined for auction. The video also details Winchester and Springfield Armory M-1 Garands, emphasizing their condition and the CMP's role in preserving and distributing these classic firearms.

The Krag-Jørgensen Model 1898 was the U.S. military's first smokeless powder repeating rifle, chambered in .30 U.S. (.30-40 Krag). It featured a unique side-loading magazine designed to prevent rim lock and a smooth bolt action. Despite its innovative design, it was replaced by the 1903 Springfield due to the latter's stripper clip loading and more robust action.

This review delves into the Winchester Model 1895, John Browning's final lever-action design for Winchester. Key features include its exposed hammer, smooth trigger, unique two-piece lever, straight grip stock, crescent buttplate, and a 28-inch barrel. It notably uses a box magazine, distinguishing it from tubular designs, and was produced from 1895 to 1931.