Videos tagged with 7mm Mauser

This video showcases the speaker's oldest firearm, a Model 1908 Mauser short rifle chambered in 7x57. Acquired for under $150, the rifle features a Brazilian crest and a 5-round internal magazine. Despite using degraded ammunition, the rifle demonstrated surprising accuracy, grouping well at the target.

This review delves into the Fliegerselbstlader Karabiner 1915 (FSK 1915), a WWI German self-loading carbine designed for aviators. It highlights the rifle's substantial weight (9.6 lbs) and length (47.5 inches), its unique 30-round drum magazine requiring hand-fitting, and a distinctive two-stage progressive trigger. The sights are noted for fast acquisition rather than precision, and recoil is surprisingly mild.

The Steyr-Solothurn S2-200, known as the MG30 in Austria and 31M in Hungary, was a German-designed machine gun produced via Swiss and Austrian partnerships to circumvent post-WWI arms restrictions. Designed by Louis Stange, it featured a recoil-operated rotating collar lock and a slim profile due to lathe-turned parts. Adopted in 8x56mmR, it utilized a distinctive curved 25-round side magazine.

The Colt Model 1919 BAR was the first commercial production version of the Browning Automatic Rifle, developed post-WWI. It featured a mechanical improvement with the recoil spring moved to the buttstock and lacked the military M1918's flash hider. Colt sold 1,003 units between 1919 and 1923, with significant export sales, including 700 in 6.5mm to FN.

This video showcases the operation of a classic Rolling Block Rifle chambered in 7mm Mauser. It details the manual loading process, the unique rolling block action, and the live-fire demonstration, including slow-motion ejection of spent casings. The rifle features a single-shot capacity and a military-length barrel.

This video provides an in-depth look at the Venezuelan contract FN49 rifle, the first contract for the model. It details unique features like the 7mm Mauser chambering, factory-installed muzzle brake, and semi-automatic-only operation. The guide covers the rifle's history, markings, and a comprehensive disassembly process, highlighting its short-stroke gas piston system and adjustable gas plug.

The Hotchkiss Portative, developed in 1907, was a lightweight machine gun weighing around 26 pounds, designed for portability. Despite its clunky reputation, it saw service with various nations, including the US as the Model 1909 Benét-Mercié and extensively by the British as a tank gun. This review highlights its features, such as aggressive barrel knurling, a quick-change barrel system, and a criticized bipod design, examining a 7mm Mauser contract model.

This review details the fascinating journey of a German Gewehr 98, originally manufactured in 1917 by Amberg. It was later modified in Spain, including a caliber conversion to 7mm Mauser and sight upgrades, before being sent to support Nationalist forces during the Spanish Civil War. Imported to the US in the 1950s by Sam Cummings, this rifle represents a unique piece of international military firearm history.

The Serbian Mauser 1908 Carbine is a rare variant of the Serbian 1899 family, with only 12,000 produced. It features a cock-on-close action, a turned-down bolt, and a crisp two-stage trigger. The carbine is chambered in 7mm Mauser and offers moderate recoil, making it a favorable short rifle option compared to models like the Ottoman 93.

This expert-level entry details the Uruguayan M1908 Short Rifle, a rare variant acquired by Winchester for ammunition testing. It covers the rifle's historical context within Uruguayan military arms, its specific features like the 1400m rear sight and bent-down bolt handle, and its provenance within the Winchester Reference Collection. The entry highlights the rifle's unique markings and its significance in understanding early 20th-century cartridge development.

The Remington-Lee Model 1899 represents the final smokeless powder evolution of the Remington-Lee rifle, serving as a precursor to the British Lee-Enfield. This bolt-action rifle featured a novel detachable box magazine and a unique cutoff mechanism. Despite its innovative design, including a four-lug bolt system for smokeless powder, the Model 1899 was complex and prone to certain weaknesses, leading to limited production and rarity today.

This video focuses on the gunsmithing process of a 7mm Mauser stalking rifle, specifically detailing steam bending and checkering. The creator explicitly states this is not a tutorial and warns against attempting the work without proper skills, highlighting the challenging nature of the task. Support for the creator's work is also directed to their Patreon page.