Videos tagged with Canadian Military

The Canadian C1A1 variant of the FN FAL was adopted in the mid-1950s and was the first country to produce the rifle. Key modifications include a semi-auto only configuration, an inch pattern conversion, a winter trigger guard for glove use, a stripper clip guide for faster reloads, and ergonomic enhancements like a wider magazine release and folding charging handle.

The Huot Automatic Rifle, a Canadian WWI prototype, converted the Ross straight-pull rifle into a machine gun. It featured a unique 25-round ratchet-driven drum magazine and a gas-operated system. A barrel shroud used muzzle blast to create a cooling airflow, allowing for a lighter barrel. Despite its innovative design, it was not adopted, with the British military favoring the Lewis gun.

This video focuses on the Browning Hi-Power, highlighting its significance as a game-changing handgun during World War II. It notes its adoption by both Canadian and German forces, suggesting its widespread appeal and effectiveness. The description uses phrases like "peak performance" and "ideal handgun" to emphasize its quality and historical importance. The video also touches on the game "Hell Let Loose," likely using it as a contextual element for the historical firearm.

This "I Have This Old Gun" segment from American Rifleman Television explores the history and evolution of the Canadian Ross Rifle, specifically the Mk III model. The video details Canada's desire for its own distinct military equipment in the early 20th century, leading to the development of the Ross straight-pull bolt-action rifle. It highlights inventor Sir Charles Ross's character, early design flaws, and improvements made by the Mk III. The segment also discusses the rifle's challenges during trench warfare in World War I due to mud, ultimately leading to its replacement by the Lee-Enfield SMLE. The video concludes by noting the rifle's eventual retirement from Canadian service.

This video provides a detailed look at the Browning Hi-Power Inglis 1944, a significant firearm from WW2. It demonstrates proper loading procedures with CBC 9mm Luger ammunition and showcases live-fire performance on an outdoor range. The review highlights the pistol's operation, including slide cycling and recoil, captured with multiple camera angles and slow-motion.

This review of a sporterized M1917 Enfield highlights its adaptation for hunting in Greenland. Modifications include replacing military sights with open U-notch sights for better visibility in harsh conditions and removing bayonet lugs. The rifle remains in .30-06 caliber, suitable for large game like polar bears, and its history involves service with Canadian and Danish forces before civilian sporterization.

This unboxing video showcases a 'Canadian Rescue' of historical firearms, primarily Lugers and one Mauser C96 Broomhandle. Highlights include WWI Lugers from 1914 and 1915, a rare 1940 Luger with Krieghoff grips, a post-war East German 'Vopo' Luger, and a rare Mauser C96 Red 9 Bolo with a shortened barrel. The speaker demonstrates high expertise in identifying these collectible firearms.

This review details the Ross Mark III Canadian WWI sniper rifle, modified with a Winchester A5 scope. Despite reliability issues in trenches, the Ross rifle's inherent accuracy made it an excellent sniper platform, favored for long-range engagements. The rifle features armorer field modifications, including scope mounts and a cut-down forestock, highlighting its adaptation for specialized roles.

Canadian Special Forces have withdrawn the Sig P320 from service following an accidental discharge incident involving JTF2. Approximately 400 pistols were removed, with units reverting to the Sig P226. The incident is under investigation, and the weapon has been quarantined. This follows previous concerns and a voluntary upgrade program by Sig Sauer.

This video tests the Canadian CG634 military helmet against various handgun and rifle calibers. While it successfully stops common handgun rounds like 9mm and .44 Magnum, it shows significant backface deformation with the latter. The helmet fails against a 7.62x39mm rifle round, penetrating easily and also piercing the cinder block behind it.

This experimental Ross Automatic Rifle, a conversion of the Ross M-10, showcases a unique mechanical forced-air cooling system driven by a fan powered by the bolt action. Unlike contemporary designs, it utilizes a direct gas-operated system with dual recoil springs and is modified for full-auto fire only. The rifle features significant stock modifications to accommodate the cycling bolt and ensure shooter clearance.

The Ross MkII (Model 1905) rifle evolved significantly from the Mark I, featuring a beefed-up receiver and primary extraction via a cam track and angled bolt lug. It saw numerous variations (1-star to 5-star), with the 2-star model being a unique, longer-barreled variant possibly intended for commercial use. Approximately 124,000 short-barreled Ross MkII rifles were produced, with some 3-star models sold to the US for WWI training.