Videos tagged with Continuation War

This entry details the m/27PH, Finland's first standard sniper rifle, based on the m/27 Mosin-Nagant. It critically examines the poorly designed Physika prismatic scope, its heavy weight, short eye relief, and the modifications required for its mounting. The historical context of Finnish sniper rifle development and the rifle's limited service due to production delays and inherent flaws are also covered.

This video chronicles the early life and military career of Lauri Törni, a Finnish soldier who fought in three armies and earned combat awards from each. It details his birth in Viipuri, Finland, his service in the Winter War and Continuation War with the Finnish Army, his brief stint with the German Army, and his eventual immigration to the United States to join the US Army. The narrative highlights his combat prowess, rapid promotions, and the legendary status he achieved.

This video focuses on the Finnish M/39 rifle, also known as "Ukko-Pekka." The description details its historical context, including its development as a compromise between the Finnish Army and White Guard to standardize Mosin-Nagant production. It highlights its derivation from the M/28-30, modifications proposed by the Army, and the incorporation of a semi-pistol grip. The video touches upon production numbers, noting that only 10 were completed by the end of the Winter War, with a significant subsequent production of nearly 100,000 rifles used in the Continuation War. It also mentions late-1960s/early-1970s assembly from leftover parts.

This Q&A session with Ian McCollum delves into the history and evolution of Finnish small arms, from early Berdan rifles to the modern Sako M23. It covers iconic firearms like the Suomi KP/-31 submachine gun, comparing it to Soviet designs, and discusses the development of Finnish assault rifles like the RK 62 and RK 95. The discussion also touches upon Finnish Maxim machine guns and the adoption of new Sako platforms.

This guide details the assembly and use of the Finnish Browning High Power rig, including its unique shoulder stock and holster. It highlights historical context from the Winter War and Continuation War, drawing on expert analysis from Ian McCollum. The information covers identification features and practical considerations for this specific variant.

This expert analysis from Ian McCollum of Forgotten Weapons delves into the Finnish M39 PH sniper rifle, highlighting its historical context during the Continuation War and its unique, albeit flawed, Physica 3x scope. The review details the scope's heavy construction, fogging issues, innovative but problematic rangefinding reticle, and the rifle's specific modifications like the offset mount and large cheek rest. It also touches upon alternative scopes used by Finland and the development of domestic variants.

This review covers the Finnish m/27rv Cavalry Carbine, a rare variant of the Mosin-Nagant. Produced by Tikkakoski between 1933-1934, it features a shortened barrel, a distinctive bent bolt handle influenced by the Kar98AZ, and a unique stock modification for bolt manipulation. The carbine saw service in the Winter and Continuation Wars, with most surviving examples exported to the US.

This "Pick One" episode from 9-Hole Reviews features Ian McCollum and hosts discussing the choice between a Finnish M39 Mosin-Nagant and a German Karabiner 98k with a ZF41 scope for a Finnish sergeant behind enemy lines during the Continuation War. The discussion delves into the pros and cons of each rifle in a harsh winter environment, considering factors like reliability, ease of use with gloves, optics, ammunition availability, and the critical importance of time and stealth for survival.

This YouTube video is a book review of Michael Heidler's bilingual (German and English) work on the Finnish Suomi m/31 submachine gun. The book details Aimo Lahti's background, the development and adoption of the weapon by the Finnish Defense Forces, its variations, and its crucial role in the Winter War and Continuation War due to Finnish combat tactics and the terrain. The review highlights the book's approximately 100 pages, featuring around 60 pages of high-quality photos from the SA Kuva military archive, with all text and captions presented in both languages. The book is described as a dense, well-presented, and excellent reference for an otherwise obscure firearm. Pricing and ordering information via PayPal and direct email are also provided.

This entry details a comparison between the Finnish LS-26 and Soviet DP-28 light machine guns, drawing on expert analysis from Ian McCollum. It covers their historical context, technical specifications, and practical handling characteristics, highlighting the DP-28's superior reliability and user preference in harsh conditions. The entry also touches upon modern semi-auto reproductions.