Videos tagged with German Military Trials

This video provides an expert review of the Haenel pistol, a firearm that famously competed against the HK416 in German military trials. The presenter, demonstrating high authority and expertise, highlights its import history via B&T USA, its KeyMod handguard, and its configuration with an SB Tactical SBA5 brace. The demonstration includes live-fire at an outdoor range, with commentary on the legal status of pistol braces.

This guide details the Mauser 1878 'Zigzag' Revolver patent model, as presented by Ian McCollum of Forgotten Weapons. It covers historical context, unique features like its zigzag cylinder rotation and bottlenecked cartridge, differences between the patent and production models, and its performance in military trials. McCollum, a recognized expert in historical firearms, provides an in-depth look at this rare piece.

This guide details the field stripping process for the rare Schlegemilch Model 1896 rifle, a competitor to the Mauser 98. It highlights unique features like the bolt shroud, wrap-around handguard, and dovetail barrel attachment. The process involves removing the trigger group, bolt, and handguard for cleaning and inspection.

This entry details the rare Mauser 1877 Single-Shot Pistol, a unique design by Paul Mauser predating the Reichsrevolver. Ian McCollum, with high authority, explains its complex falling breech block mechanism, double-action-only trigger, and limited production of approximately 100 units. The pistol was chambered for the 10.6mm German Ordnance cartridge but never saw military adoption.

This guide details the disassembly process for the Mauser Model 1878 'Zig-Zag' Revolver, as explained by Ian McCollum. It covers the unique three-position safety/disassembly lever and the break-action mechanism. Proper handling of the spring-loaded ejector is emphasized. This information is crucial for collectors and historians interested in maintaining this rare firearm.

This guide details the field stripping process for the rare Mauser HSv prototype pistol, as demonstrated by Ian McCollum. It covers the initial safety checks, slide and barrel separation from the frame, and highlights the unique recoil spring lever system. The demonstration emphasizes the pistol's locked breech action and its similarity in size to the Walther P38, while noting its experimental nature and higher manufacturing cost.

This guide details the disassembly of the BSW Prototype Gas-Operated Pistol, a rare competitor to the Walther P38. It covers identifying key features like the gas lever and port, and performing a basic field strip. The information is presented with expert analysis, highlighting its historical significance in 1930s German military trials.