Videos tagged with German Pistols

This guide details how to examine Walther PPK pistols assembled by American GIs from parts found at the factory at the end of WWII. It covers identifying key features such as caliber, slide finish, frame material, and the significant absence of standard markings, highlighting these as characteristics of late-war, non-standard production. The information is presented with the authority of a recognized expert in historical firearms.

This video focuses on the iconic Walther pistols of World War II, specifically demonstrating the Walther PPK, Walther PP, and Walther P38. It provides viewers with a visual and potentially functional overview of these historically significant firearms, highlighting their design and operation during the war.

This video explores two exceptionally rare engraved Sauer 38h pistols, highlighting their potential as unissued presentation pieces or late-war factory items. The presenter, an experienced firearms instructor, notes the scarcity of engraved Sauers compared to Walthers and discusses features like late-war notches and the absence of proof marks, suggesting they were likely brought home by GIs as souvenirs.

This video provides an expert-level overview of the German Jäger Pistole, detailing its physical specifications, operational mechanics, and ergonomic shortcomings. The presenter, demonstrating high authority, highlights its "brutalist" WWI-era design, focusing on its blowback, striker-fired action and stamped construction. Key takeaways include its 7.65x17mm (.32 ACP) caliber, 7-round capacity, and functional but unrefined features like the heel magazine release and small sights.

This video showcases a collection of historical World War II-era pistols, focusing on their unique markings, variations, and provenance. The presenter, an experienced collector, details specific models like the SS-issued Walther PPK, a rare police-marked Walther PP with an Eagle C, a CZ DUO, a Party Leader PPK, a commercial Mauser C96, a Luger 1900, a boxed Walther PP, and a converted police pistol. The discussion highlights production variations, matching serial numbers, historical context, and collector value.

This guide details the loading and firing techniques for two iconic German pistols: the Mauser C96 Broomhandle and the Luger P08. It covers the distinct loading methods for each, including stripper clip use for the C96 and magazine insertion for the P08, followed by firing demonstrations highlighting their unique actions and calibers. Instruction is provided with high authority on vintage military small arms.

This YouTube video showcases two variations of the Walther PP pistol from the end of World War II. It highlights specific models and variations of this historic firearm. The description also promotes the creator's Patreon for early access and monthly raffles, and their podcast "Flak & Fubar."

This video presents a virtual gun show featuring over 30 German pistol rigs. The presenter, Tom, showcases a diverse collection of pistols, including various Radom VIS P35 models, Femaru M37, Sauer 38h, Beretta pistols (models .25 Caliber, 1919, 1919, 1934, M1934 mismatched), H&R Self-Loading (.25 Caliber and .32 Caliber), Walther models (5, .22 Caliber PP, 9, 8, PP, PPK), FN Browning models (1905, M1922), Bayard M1908, Erfrut Ortgies .25 Caliber, Mauser C96, MAB Model E, Remington UMC M51, Sauer M1930, Sauer M1913, and AC 40 Walther P.38 and AC 43 Walther P.38. Time stamps are provided for easy navigation to specific firearms. The description also promotes the creator's Patreon and podcast, 'Flak & Fubar.'

This video traces the evolution of the 9mm German pistol, starting with the Luger, noting its complexity and cost. It then discusses Walther's intermediate blowback designs that didn't meet specifications, leading to the development of the P38. The P38, patented in 1938 and produced from 1940, is highlighted as a classic double-action pistol with an exposed hammer, marking a significant advancement.

This YouTube video showcases two rare German test pistols: a Mauser C96 'broomhandle' and a unique "GL" marked presentation Luger. The video description highlights the rarity of these firearms and encourages viewers to support the channel via Patreon for early access and monthly raffles. It also promotes their "Flak & Fubar" podcast and provides links to their Instagram and Twitter social media accounts. The content focuses on historical and collectible firearms, appealing to enthusiasts of vintage military and German handguns.

This video delves into the history and identification of two significant German pistols, a Mauser Luger P.08 and a Mauser P.38, brought back by US veteran Earl Hopper Sr. The expert analysis, drawing from detailed markings and historical context, corrects common misconceptions about these firearms and highlights their connection to significant WWII events and veteran legacies.

This YouTube video, Part 2 of a "huge gun haul," focuses exclusively on Luger firearms. It promotes the creator's Patreon for early access and raffle entries, and also highlights their podcast, "Flak & Fubar." The description provides a link to the Patreon page and the podcast. The video's primary subject is the collection and discussion of Luger pistols, appealing to firearm enthusiasts interested in this specific historical handgun.