Videos tagged with 8mm Kurz

This video provides a demonstration of an original, re-welded StG-44 (MP-44) in 8mm Kurz. The presenter, identified as an expert enthusiast, showcases both semi-automatic and full-automatic firing capabilities at an outdoor range. The demonstration highlights the historical significance and functional aspects of the world's first assault rifle.

This guide provides a quick operational overview of the STG-44, a long-stroke piston, tilting bolt rifle chambered in 8mm Kurz. It details the safety selector's function, the V-notch rear and post front sighting system, and the basic loading and firing procedure. The video also notes that the bolt does not lock back on an empty magazine.

This review examines Haenel's simplified StG45(H) prototype, designed to reduce manufacturing costs through extensive use of stampings. Key modifications include relocating the recoil spring to the top of the receiver and a simplified bolt carrier design. While intended for mass production, the actual functional performance of this specific prototype remains undocumented.

The MKb-42(W) represents Walther's early attempt at the German Sturmgewehr concept, leveraging their expertise in sheet metal stamping. Key features include a distinct magazine hold-open, a riveted stamped handguard, and a gas piston system operating the bolt. It offered both semi-automatic and full-automatic fire modes, controlled by separate selectors.

This review covers the new US-made StG44/MP44 clone by DK Productions, chambered in the original 7.92x33mm Kurz. The rifle is a near-identical semi-automatic reproduction, featuring sheet metal stampings and wood furniture. Ballistics testing shows the Kurz round performs comparably to 7.62x39mm, and the rifle itself is noted for its smooth operation. While expensive at $6,200 MSRP, it offers a historically accurate experience.

This review covers the PTR44, a semi-automatic reproduction of the iconic German MP44 rifle. Imported in limited quantities (around 200 units), this German-made firearm by SSD for PTR-91 Inc. is a rare collector's item. It maintains the historical 8mm Kurz caliber and features authentic-looking markings, including a Waffen stamp, though it operates in semi-automatic mode.

This video from Brownells, Inc. features Keith and Caleb from Rock Island Auction Company showcasing the historical German StG 44 and Volkssturmgewehr 1-5 rifles. They discuss the StG 44's advanced design, its influence on modern firearms like the AR-15 and AK-47, and highlight a rare variant with an original optic. The Volkssturmgewehr 1-5 is presented as a 'last ditch' weapon, detailing its gas-delayed blowback operation and shared magazine compatibility with the StG 44.

Palmetto State Armory is releasing a new STG-44 reproduction at SHOT Show 2023, available in multiple calibers including 8mm Kurz, 7.62x39, 5.56, and .300 Blackout. The rifle features user-convertible calibers via a mechanism under the handguard and a STANAG compatible magazine well for the 5.56 version. It is expected to release in 2023 with an MSRP over $2,000 and comes suppressor-ready with threaded barrels.

This review covers a reproduction of the Rheinmetall VG-45K, a German Volksgewehr designed for late-WWII production. It highlights the rifle's stamped sheet metal receiver, bolt-action operation, and use of 8mm Kurz ammunition with Sturmgewehr magazines. Despite crude construction, the rifle demonstrated surprising accuracy and reliability during range testing.

The 8x33mm Kurz is identified as the most optimized primary infantry rifle cartridge of WW2, offering a balance of terminal effect and manageable recoil. This intermediate cartridge influenced post-war designs like the 7.62x39mm. The US would have benefited most from adopting a lighter, lower-recoil round like the 7.35mm Carcano for the M1 Garand, enabling faster follow-up shots.

This is a comprehensive Q&A session covering a wide range of firearm-related topics. The discussion delves into the future of balanced recoil systems, the relevance of 8mm Kurz, and the possibility of an M1 Carbine in .223 caliber. It also touches on the gunsmithing profession, the M14's potential against body armor, and the intricacies of specific firearms like the Carcano TS and the 1919 Browning. The video explores lightweight AR-10s as scout rifles, elephant guns in WWI, and tactical considerations for armoring in film. Additionally, it covers personal fitness routines, firearm design peculiarities like the .22LR's rebated bullet, factory tours, the trend of bullpup firearms, and transparent handgun grips. Questions about ammo for German MG squads in WWII, disposing of firearm collections, and the CMMG radial delay system are also addressed. The host also mentions specific local Southwestern culture related to Agua Chiltepin and promotes their merchandise and Patreon/Floatplane channels.

This Q&A episode from Forgotten Weapons covers a wide array of firearms-related topics and tangents. Key discussions include modern squad weapons, favorite historical sites, daily schedules, the advantages of toggle locking systems, and the potential comeback of Gyrojet ammunition. The video also touches on aerial guns, video backlog, the feasibility of the 6mm Lee Navy with modern materials, helical magazines, rifle importation, specific historical firearms like Berthier rifles and Broomhandle Mausers, and the possibility of modernizing the H&K P7. Other subjects include single-feed pistol magazines, the 8mm Kurz cartridge, big-bore pistols, the rationale behind judging service rifles, and collaborations with other YouTubers. Further topics delve into the FN MAG, the reasons behind the lack of top-feed LMGs, new modular platforms in 6.5/6.8mm cartridges, the failure of the Walther MPK/MPL, gunsmithing support for rare guns, WW2 German use of captured small arms, the Steyr-Hahn machine pistol, variable pitch recoil springs, bump stocks, post-FW plans, constant recoil guns, puzzling military adoptions, WW1 small arms, and a comparison of HK and AR15 irons.