Videos tagged with Belgian Mauser

This video focuses on the 1891 Argentine Mauser rifle, detailing its historical origins and significance. The description highlights its development as a replacement for older rifles and its manufacture by prominent German arms companies. It also mentions the caliber used and its continued service with the Argentine Police well into the 1960s, providing context for this classic military firearm.

This video from American Rifleman Television explores the history and significance of the Model 1889 Belgian Mauser rifle. Introduced in 1889, it was a groundbreaking military rifle, one of the earliest to utilize smokeless powder and incorporating ingenious design elements that would influence later Mauser models like the 1893 and 1898. The segment highlights how the 1889 Belgian represented a significant advancement over previous German military rifles.

Roy Hill from Brownells showcases his recently acquired 1891 Argentine Mauser rifle. This historical firearm is closely based on the Belgian Model 1889, being one of the first military rifles to utilize smokeless powder cartridges in 7.65x53mm Mauser. The video highlights the 1891's features, including its stripper clip loading, detachable 5-round magazine, and 'cock on closing' bolt. The specific rifle featured is a well-preserved example manufactured in 1896, exhibiting matching serial numbers and post-1893 improvements like a longer handguard and a steel cleaning rod. The description emphasizes that original, unaltered Mausers in excellent condition can still be found at affordable prices.

This expert-level entry details the Belgian Mauser 1889, the first modern Mauser rifle transitioning to smokeless powder. The video highlights its 9.3 lbs weight, 50-inch length, and 5-round capacity loaded via stripper clips. The cock-on-close action is noted for its smoothness, and the rifle features a barrel jacket similar to the Gewehr 88, tall ladder sights, and a simple flag safety. Despite its age, it served through both World Wars.

This review details the Hopkins & Allen Model 1889 Mauser, a crucial firearm for Belgium during WWI. It covers the unique contract circumstances, manufacturing challenges faced by Hopkins & Allen, and their eventual bankruptcy and acquisition by Marlin-Rockwell. The video highlights distinctive H&A production details and the rarity of original, unmodified examples due to post-war refurbishments.

This video examines the rare Liegeoise 1888 Trials Rifle, a competitor in Belgian military trials that ultimately lost to the 1889 Mauser. Key features include a unique top-mounted bolt handle, a Mannlicher-style en-bloc clip system, and unusual 'shark fin' locking lugs. The rifle showcases early smokeless powder military rifle design concepts.