Videos tagged with German Occupation

This video from Forgotten Weapons details the complex journey of Lithuanian rifles following WWII. Due to successive Soviet and German occupations, these arms were scattered, ending up in various national arsenals, with partisans, and eventually dispersed globally to regions like China, Vietnam, and Africa as part of post-war arms caches. The expert analysis highlights the geopolitical impact on small arms distribution.

This video provides a detailed look at the CZ 27 pistol, produced under German occupation during WW2. It covers a mechanical inspection, highlights the 'fnh Pistole Modell 27 Kal. 7,65' slide markings, and demonstrates loading and live fire at an outdoor range. The demonstration showcases the pistol's blowback action and recoil with 7.65mm/.32 ACP ammunition.

This review details the FN High Power pistol's production under German occupation in WWII, designated Pistole 640(b). It highlights design simplifications, quality declines due to resource scarcity and sabotage, and distinct markings like WaA140 inspection stamps. The video contrasts early tangent sights with later fixed sights and discusses the removal of the magazine safety in late-war models.

This video delves into the history and specifics of the FN High Power pistol during the German occupation in World War II. It focuses on a significant firearm from a pivotal historical period, offering insights into its design and wartime context. The content appears to be aimed at firearm enthusiasts interested in military history and iconic handguns.

This video dives into the CZ 38/39, a 1930s handgun that the creator suggests might be the least ergonomic ever designed. The description details the pistol's history, including its Czech designation as the vz.38 and its German designation as the P-39 or model 39 after Germany occupied Czechoslovakia during WWII. Production was taken over by the Germans but ceased relatively quickly due to their dissatisfaction with the design. The video also includes promotional links for various firearm-related companies.

The Schultz & Larsen RPLT-42 is a rare Danish bolt-action rifle produced during the German occupation for the Coast Guard Police. Chambered in 8x58mm Rimmed, it features a unique four-lug bolt design and a bottom-loading magazine. Production was limited to about 1,000 units, with many later sporterized, making original examples highly collectible.

The CZ Model 27 is a historically significant .32 ACP pistol, produced from 1927 to 1951, with a substantial number manufactured under Nazi occupation. It features a unique safety mechanism, a European-style heel magazine release, and a robust all-steel construction. While chambered in the common 7.65mm caliber, it's noted for its solid lockup and historical value as a collector's item and plinker.