Videos tagged with Berthier Carbine

This guide details the disassembly and reassembly of the rare .22LR Berthier Trainer, a conversion used by the French National Police. It covers removing the bolt and trigger group, and inspecting components. The video highlights the unique modifications made to adapt the original Berthier action for .22LR training use.

This video details a rare modification of a Berthier cavalry carbine to accept an 18-20 round Chauchat (CSRG) magazine. Expert Ian McCollum explains the historical context for WWI aircraft crews and survival scenarios. The modification involved significant structural changes, including the stock, magazine well, trigger guard, and receiver, to integrate the single-stack semi-circular magazine. Due to its complexity and rarity, only four such examples are known to exist.

This video showcases the Berthier carbine, highlighting its historical significance as the first rifle to chamber a smokeless powder cartridge. The content also serves as a tribute to World War II veterans. The presentation focuses on the firearm itself and the ammunition it uses.

This video discusses the Vercors Resistance during WWII, focusing on a specific Berthier carbine modified with a Cross of Lorraine and 'V' insignia. It details the strategic importance of the Vercors plateau, the planned Allied operations, and the eventual German assault. The content highlights the bravery of the resistance fighters despite their limited resources and recommends Michael Pearson's book 'Tears of Glory' for further reading, with a caveat about its firearm accuracy.

This entry details the Modele 1890 Berthier Cavalry Carbine, a French military rifle designed by André Berthier. It highlights its development as a carbine successor to the Gras, its use of the Mannlicher-style clip system, and its production history. The guide provides a basic overview of bolt disassembly, emphasizing the need for careful handling and safety. Expert insights from Ian McCollum of Forgotten Weapons are included, noting the carbine's historical context and technical specifications.

This video features Ian McCollum of Forgotten Weapons unboxing a rare Cuirassier's Berthier Carbine. The rifle was misidentified and undervalued due to removed arsenal markings. McCollum highlights its unique features designed for heavy cavalry, such as the flat stock and leather buttplate, explaining its historical context and rarity.

This Q&A session from Forgotten Weapons features Ian McCollum discussing various historical firearms and their development. Key topics include the dominance of Browning-style enclosed slides, the AR-15 as a superior modern rifle for WWI, the failure of turret revolvers due to chain fire, recommendations for affordable collectible firearms, and sources for rare parts. McCollum's deep expertise in firearms history and mechanics is evident throughout.

This video showcases a World War I themed two-gun match featuring a Berthier carbine and an M1917 Eddystone rifle, alongside a 32 ACP Ruby pistol. The content highlights historical firearms used by allied forces, discussing their operational context and some design improvements.

This guide provides essential information for handling and maintaining the Turkish Orman Berthier Carbine, drawing on expert insights from Ian McCollum of Forgotten Weapons. It covers safety precautions, understanding the unique conversion details, ammunition considerations (especially the dangers of 'Ball N' ammo), and operational notes for this historical firearm.