Videos tagged with French Gendarmerie

GIGN's choice of the CZ Bren 2 in 7.62x39mm for counterterrorism operations is driven by the caliber's superior terminal ballistics and reduced over-penetration compared to 5.56mm. The rifle features GIGN-specific OD green Cerakote and titanium firing pins for enhanced reliability. Operators customize their rifles with various optics and accessories, favoring Hornady V-Armageddon ammunition for its terminal effect.

This video provides an in-depth look at the SIG Pro series, specifically the SP2009 and SP2022, SIG's first polymer-framed pistols. Expert Ian McCollum details their manufacturing, history, technical specifications, and unique features, including a comparison to the P226 series. The SP2022's adoption by French law enforcement and its subsequent upgrades are highlighted.

This Mauser C96 variant was likely produced for the French Gendarmerie under a 1919 contract, intended for occupation troops in Germany. Notably, these 7.63mm pistols feature 50-500m tangent sights, typically found on 9mm models, suggesting the use of leftover parts from wartime 'Red 9' production. The C96 served as a de facto carbine, offering a high-capacity, portable option for French forces lacking submachine guns.

The Manurhin MR73 Sniper's Model, chambered in .357 Magnum, was a specialized revolver chosen by the French GIGN for its reliability and precision in the 1970s. Its robust construction allowed for daily firing of full-power loads, and its sniper variant featured an 8-inch barrel, scope, and bipod for covert overwatch. Despite its historical significance and exceptional build quality, it's now primarily used for ceremonial duties.