Videos tagged with French Contract

This review of the French contract Winchester 1894 highlights its classic American sporting rifle design, weighing 6.8 lbs with a 38-inch length. It features a lever action, side loading gate for six .30 Winchester Centerfire rounds, and dual safeties. While light and nimble, its top ejection and sharp recoil are noted.

The Star 1914, a Spanish-made semi-automatic pistol, draws design inspiration from the Mannlicher 1905 and was produced under French contract. It features a 9-round capacity in .32 ACP, an 8-inch overall length, and weighs 1.8 lbs. While offering a martial feel, its safety mechanism is noted as potentially awkward and prone to accidental engagement.

This video details a rare French Contract Colt 1911, one of 5,000 commercial 'Government Model' pistols purchased by France during WWI due to a handgun shortage. These pistols, chambered in .45 ACP (designated 11.25mm by the French), were likely issued to tank crews and retain early 1911 features. Authentication relies on Colt Historian letters, as they lack unique French military markings.

This C&Rsenal "WWI Primer" documentary explores the history, function, and live-fire demonstration of the French Contract Spanish Star 1914 pistol. Hosted by Othais and Mae, the video offers a detailed look at this firearm from World War I, drawing on historical context and providing a practical demonstration of its operation. The episode is part of a series honoring the centennial anniversary of WWI, with new installments released every other Tuesday. Links for supporting content creators, book recommendations, and merchandise are provided.

This video, part of C&Rsenal's WWI Primer series, delves into the history, function, and live-fire demonstration of the French Contract Winchester 1907 rifle. Presented by Othais and Mae, the documentary celebrates the centennial anniversary of World War I by examining individual firearms from the conflict. The video also provides links to supporting Patreon, SubscribeStar, and merchandise, as well as resources for further reading and related channels like Armourer's Bench, Winchester Collectors, and The Cody Firearms Museum.